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John 13:34

What is the most reckless, dangerous and risky thing you’ve ever done?  Please don’t answer out loud!  If you said it was to love your family, friends and teammates, you’re thinking like Jesus.

In John’s Gospel at chapter 13 and verse 34 we read these challenging words, “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another.”

These words are remarkable for a couple of reasons.  Jesus says them while Judas, who would the same evening betray Him, is still in the room.  He also says these words to His disciples, His teammates, who within hours will go into hiding and one will even deny knowing Him.  His love was rather risky, but very deep.

We have the same challenge and opportunity as the disciples had.  We can also choose to love our teammates, coaches and families without reservation, all the way.  We can love them as we reflect Jesus’ love toward them.  Love with this kind of abandon is not safe.  Love with this kind of sacrifice is not cheap.  This is love with commitment it doesn’t look for an escape.  That’s what we need for team unity and loyalty.

Let’s exhibit this kind of teamwork in today’s competition as we love one another as Jesus has loved us.

Bible Reading Plan:
Matthew 6:1-15
Acts 8:26-40
Psalms 14