Today’s Manna!
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:6
In 1 Corinthians 13:6, Paul describes one of the characteristics of love: “Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.” This verse highlights the moral and ethical nature of true love, emphasizing its commitment to what is right and good.
“Love does not delight in evil” signifies that genuine love does not find pleasure in wrongdoing or injustice. It does not gloat over the misfortunes or failures of others, nor does it take part in or support harmful actions. Instead, love stands against evil in all its forms, seeking to promote righteousness and justice.
On the other hand, “love rejoices with the truth” underscores the positive aspect of love’s nature. Love finds joy and satisfaction in honesty, integrity, and moral uprightness. It celebrates when truth prevails and when people act in ways that reflect God’s character and commandments. This rejoicing in the truth implies an alignment with God’s heart and His standards of holiness.
An inspiring example of this principle can be seen in the story of King David and the prophet Nathan in 2 Samuel 12. After David’s grave sin with Bathsheba and his orchestration of Uriah’s death, God sent Nathan to confront him. Nathan told David a parable about a rich man who took a poor man’s only lamb, stirring David’s sense of justice. When Nathan revealed that the story was about David’s own actions, David was struck with conviction and confessed his sin.
David’s response to Nathan’s confrontation shows a genuine love for God and truth. Instead of delighting in the evil he had committed, David repented and sought God’s forgiveness, demonstrating that true love aligns itself with truth and righteousness.
Apostle Paul in Ephesians 4:15 says, “Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ.” This verse underscores the importance of truth in our interactions, motivated by love.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for showing us what true love looks like. Help us to reject evil and embrace truth in our lives. May our actions reflect Your righteousness, and may we always find joy in what is good and true. Give us the courage to stand for truth and the grace to speak it in love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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