How Genuine Is Your Love?
Good morning Scripture reading: St. John 21:15-22 Worship song: Modern Times Meditation: How deeply do you love Jesus and desire to fulfill his will? Are you willing to place your love for Jesus above your job, worldly possessions, and everything else? Jesus posed a profound question to Peter not just once but three times. This interaction was pivotal, as it allowed Jesus to reaffirm Peter's love and reestablish his ministerial role as a shepherd to his people. Jesus was impressing upon Peter the significance of his new role, emphasizing the vital importance of caring for the flock of Christ. Even though Peter denied Jesus three times, that did not alter the love of Jesus Christ for Peter, nor did Jesus love him any less. For any person to serve in the capacity of ministry effectively, they must have agape love, compassion, mercy, a caring heart towards others, and abundant love for Jesus Christ. Only then will they be able t...