Spontaneous Love

Posted on May 28, 2026 by Doula Faith

“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works,  not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.” Hebrews 10:24-25W

                                                                 Amazing Love

Recently I saw on the news how a  man having an epileptic seizure was thrown involuntarily between the subway tracks just before the train was approaching. Another man without hesitation jumped on top of him, shielding him from the train that ran over and above both of them. They both came out unscathed, and onlookers who witnessed this heroic feat, were absolutely amazed.

                                                              One in Christ Jesus

I noticed in politics something that works. No matter the issue, if the party sticks together they win, every time, even though what they support might be wrong. When two or more go rogue they never get much done. That is why I decided to stop supporting my favorite party, financially. Even after achieving a majority there are always a few who will not relinquish their obsoleted opinion for the sake of everyone.
I think you could say, something similar happens, when as believers, we forget that God has called us into one body, and one purpose to glorify Him.

                           Laying Down Our Lives

I believe when we use our gifts and abilities to serve one another, and promote one another rather than ourselves,, the world sees Jesus.

So much can be accomplished when we lay down our pride and work towards what God would have us do. Jesus said just as He and the Father are one, we are to be one .
There is no hierarchy in the Kingdom of God. Jesus demonstrated true servanthood at the last supper as He washed each of the disciples feet. When we serve one another, we do that to.(Matthew 23:11)

                                                                        His Commandment to Love

The commandment He has given us  is to love Him and  love one another. There is no law against love. We win, others win and God gets all the glory. (John 15:12)

So now, how are we to be?  Let us look for ways to encourage, admonish, comfort and teach one another according to God’s Word.  He has not called us to anything higher than to love one another and to demonstrate this so those who do not know Him will know one thing – He is the God of Love , Mercy and Grace, and whenever we come together in love for His sake, He remains. (Matthew 18:20)

I want to get to the place where I don’t hesitate to cover my brother or sister by laying down my life for theirs.  I imagine if we ever get to that mindset, the world will be ablaze with many seeking His Face.

Thank You Lord, that without hesitation you loved us so much, you laid down your life and covered us with your blood sacrifice.

There is Love

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To Know Him is to Love Him

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Doula Faith

“Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent.’ John 17:3

When I was meditating on this scripture, the following song immediately came to my mind. I remember hearing it in the 50’s. So I decided to take a look at the lyrics. In reflection, I realized the Lord was revealing how He felt; it isn’t He that is blind to our love, but rather we are blind to His.  For as we are meant for Him, He is meant for us. And once we are introduced, though we may temporarily lose our way, His unconditional love we will never forget.  And since the Father has betrothed Him to all who believe, we are destined to walk alongside of Him for eternity because He is our Destiny.
And we love Him, “yes we do“, “yes we do, “yes we do.”  DF

“Can a woman forget her nursing child and have no compassion on the son of her womb?  Even these may forget, but I will not forget you.” Isaiah 49:15

 To know, know, know Him
Is to love, love, love Him
Just to see Him smile
Makes my life worthwhile
To know, know, know Him
Is to love, love, love Him
And I do, yes I do, yes I do

I’ll be good to Him
And I’ll bring love to Him
Oh, everyone says there’ll come a day
When I’ll walk alongside Him
And to know, know, know Him
Is to love, love, love Him
And I do, yes I do, yes I do

Why can’t He see?
Oh, how blind can He be?
Someday, He will see
That He was meant for me

To know, know, know Him
Is to love, love, love Him
Just to see Him smile
Makes my life worthwhile
To know, know, know Him
Is to love, love, love Him
And I do, yes I do, yes I do
And I do, yes I do, yes I do
Yes I do

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The Battle

Posted on May 1, 2026 by Doula Faith

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“I don’t really understand myself, for I want to do what is right, but I don’t do it. Instead, I do what I hate.” Romans 7:15

It was our anniversary, and I had determined it would be a good day, avoiding silly disagreements and not insisting on my way.  But already, the old attitude was finding its lofty place.  I wanted romance, unpredictability, and my husband to just come up with the surprise without my communication. He’s a practical guy, and he just doesn’t think that way, especially since he’s tried in the past to surprise me, but it somehow didn’t meet my expectations.  But this time I was without excuse. We had planned to spend time on the Sanibel Causeway, just sitting on the beach during early morning,  and then find a restaurant there and go to lunch. But I had insisted on having an egg biscuit at McDonald’s and an iced coffee for breakfast, which of course ruined my appetite.  When it was time to have lunch, I just wasn’t hungry and decided maybe we could do some shopping first. Since my husband cannot read my mind, he went to a shop I immediately rejected.  Then we went back and forth on where to eat lunch, and finally decided on Pinchers, a restaurant we liked, but off the island.  Finally, my husband said, ” Is this ok with you?”, which it wasn’t, I had someplace else in mind I wanted to go later that day.  Then it happened, that old, stale, resentful attitude was springing up, identified as gross self-centeredness. But this time, I knew the signs and asked the Lord to help me get over it.  And so, I resisted the flesh and had a wonderful time with the one I love on a beautiful day.
Thank You, Lord, you always offer a way of escape whenever I ask for your help!
(1 Corinthians 10:13)

This reminds me of Cain, who God warned to get a handle on his anger or it would spiral into something worse. But Cain ignored the warning and killed his brother, Seth.  I wasn’t going to end up murdering my spouse, but it would have ruined our day and maybe the next.  So as I am learning, I need to take captive every thought that rears its ugly head. I am also learning how it results in the abundant life Jesus promised. It’s so much better this way. (2 Corinthians 10:3-5, John 10:10)

Lord, thank you for your Word, full of examples and warnings that convict us of your truth and protect us from the evil one. Surely, your Word is a lamp to our feet and a bright light to your path of righteousness, that you provide for our sakes and yours.  (Psalm 119:105)

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