Sharing God's Love at KES

When Jesus was on earth, He taught His followers many important lessons. One of His most powerful commands was very simple: “Love one another.” This might sound easy at first, but it is one of the greatest challenges and one of the greatest joys we can experience in life.

 

Yesterday in our first chapel service in the theatre, we shared in prayer, in song and via the word of God as one family. Prayer can be joyful; Jesus told us we can make a joyful noise. We can do this through singing or playing an instrument, just like David did with his lyre.

 

Jesus showed us what real love looks like. He didn’t just talk about love—He lived it. He cared for the poor, healed the sick, forgave people who had done wrong and even gave His life for us. His love was not only for His friends but also for strangers, for children and even for people who didn’t like Him. That’s the kind of love He wants us to share with each other.

 

Loving one another means more than just saying kind words. It’s about showing love through our actions. For example, when we see someone sitting alone at school, we can invite them to play or eat lunch with us. When a friend is sad, we can listen to them and try to comfort them. When our parents or teachers ask us to help, we can obey cheerfully. These small acts of kindness are ways of spreading Jesus’ love.

 

Sometimes, loving others can feel hard. Maybe someone has been mean to us, or maybe we don’t agree with them. But Jesus didn’t say, “Love only the people who are nice to you.” He told us to love everyone. This doesn’t mean we have to let people treat us unfairly, but it does mean we should try to forgive, be patient, and treat others with respect. Love is stronger than hate, and when we choose love, we show the world that we belong to Jesus.

 

One of the best parts about love is that it spreads. When we do something loving for someone else, it often inspires them to do the same for another person. A simple smile can brighten someone’s whole day. A kind word can encourage someone who is struggling. Sharing what we have—whether it’s a snack, a rugby ball or just our time—can remind people that they are cared for and not forgotten.

 

Jesus told His followers, “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” That means that love is like our badge as Christians. People won’t know we follow Jesus just by the words we say, but by the way we treat others. If we love with our hearts and our actions, people will see Jesus shining through us. Shine, Jesus, shine!

 

As we settle into this school year, may you focus on the love of God and richly know the spirit in your heart, mind, body and soul. I pray that the light and love that shines from you illuminates the world.

 

With every blessing,