Jesus tells us that whoever observes His commandments is the one who loves Him. And all who love Jesus will be loved by Him and His Father. What more could we ask for? Love is the greatest gift on the face of this earth. We may have money, influence, good health and many other good things. However, if we are not loved, truly we are among the poorest on this earth.

For human beings, unconditional love is the greatest gift to give and to receive. The wonderful thing is that we human beings do love unconditionally. Think of a parent’s love for their child. Even through struggles and difficulties, parents continue to love their children and want only the best for them. However, sad to say, there also may be times in our lives when there may be conditions on the gift of our love. The wondrous thing is: with God, Jesus and the Spirit, there is only pure and unconditional love. No matter what we do or how we act, their love for us never diminishes. Their love for us flows unceasingly.

We human beings have more difficulty with unconditional love. Yet, in moments of grace, we also are able to love another unconditionally. What a great gift to give and to receive. Truly, there is no greater love!

Today may we strive to imitate the free and unconditional love of God, Jesus and the Spirit. What a wondrous gift to share! Also be thankful when you receive this wonderful gift. Don’t forget to thank them! Then may we go forth and share our unconditional love with our family, friends and even strangers!

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