LOVING GOD

HIGHER EVERYDAY TUESDAY MAY 12, 2026 LOVING GOD TEXT: DEUTERONOMY 6:4-9 MEMORY VERSE: "And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might" (DEUTERONOMY 6:5). Love is an abstract theme; it is meaningless unless it is applied in a certain situation to make it real or concrete. Hence William Shakespeare says, "They do not love that do not show their love." We can show our love by some good, helpful and sacrificial actions. "Service and obedience are proofs of love," declared Robert Tilton. The nation of Israel was special because God chose them and loved them deeply. They were to reciprocate that great love. They were not chosen because they were the most populous race on earth, but because of God's love and promise made to their ancestors (see Deuteronomy 7:7). God showed His love by rescuing Israel from Egypt with great miracles. In return, He wanted them to love Him only and avoid idolatry. Today, Christians are the spiritual Israel. In love, God redeemed us through Jesus Christ; and He wants us to love Him with all our heart, soul, and strength without sinning. Our love for God should not be merely in words, but in action through service, worship, and total obedience. QUOTE: Love Him with all our heart. CHALLENGE: Do your actions show that you truly love God? PRAYER: Lord, grant me the grace to love and obey you all my life. #trend #devotional #trending