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Walking in the Love of Christ: A Reflection on 1 John 2:5-6
Scripture: “But whoso keepeth his word, in him verily is the love of God perfected: hereby know we that we are in him. He that saith he abideth in him ought himself also so to walk, even as he walked” (1 John 2:5-6).
Reflection: In the journey of our Christian walk, we discover a profound truth in 1 John 2:5-6. It speaks of keeping God’s Word and the resulting perfection of His love in us. As believers, we are vessels of God’s love; it has been abundantly poured into our hearts by the Holy Spirit (Romans 5:5). Therefore, we need not ask for more love, for the fullness of God’s love resides within us.
The scripture calls us to walk as Jesus walked, to emulate His love. We are not merely recipients of God’s love; we are expressions of that love. Ephesians 5:1-2 urges us to be imitators of God, to walk in love as Christ did, offering Himself for us. This isn’t an unattainable ideal; it’s a divine calling empowered by the indwelling Holy Spirit.
We possess the mind of Christ (1 Corinthians 2:16), and, therefore, we can live, act, and think like Him. Our walk should mirror His dominion over circumstances, exhibiting the glory and power of divinity. No challenge is too daunting when we realize that, like Jesus, we have the authority to exercise dominion over every situation.
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, I thank you for the revelation of your Word. Your love is perfected in my heart, and I commit to walking as Christ walked. I choose to be an imitator of you, reflecting your love to a hurting world. I am the expression of Christ, manifesting His glory, power, and righteousness. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
Further Study:
- 1 John 4:16
- “And we know (understand, recognize, are conscious of, by observation and by experience) and believe (adhere to and put faith in and rely on) the love God cherishes for us…”
- 1 John 4:17
- “In this [union and communion with Him] love is brought to completion and attains perfection with us, that we may have confidence for the day of judgment [with assurance and boldness to face Him], because as He is, so are we in this world.”
- Ephesians 5:1-2 (AMPC)
- “Therefore be imitators of God [copy Him and follow His example], as well-beloved children [imitate their father]. And walk in love, [esteeming and delighting in one another] as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us…”
One-Year Bible Reading Plan:
- Revelation 1 & Daniel 11-12
