ThE ThInGs tHaT CaLl'LoVe'

In the mood to blog. This time it's on a very well talked about topic.

Last Val's day on Feb 14, I recall the students being very excited, as lessons were put on a short hold and gave way to some slides on "Love." Wonder if the point went through clearly or did it not, as many were distracted and had other ideas in mind. I trust that there are many young readers here. Thus, this is just my 2 cents worth on the "hot topic."
Love: Everyone needs it, as we are made by God to love and be loved. It isn't just about love between a guy and a gal (a narrow definition of love) but it can also be love between parent- child, brother-sister, friend- friend, teacher-student, citizen-country, God-people etc. (a wider and real definition of love). That means our hearts can be so huge and overflow with love.
There are 3 types of love which I've heard of:
1. "If" love- I will only love you "if" you ..........(condition stated)
2. "Because" love- I love you "because" .......... (what you did stated)
3. "Eventhough" love- I love you "eventhough" ........... (the hurt done to you)
The 1st 2 loves are conditional while the 3rd is unconditional and is the most powerful. Love can't be bought or earned, though many people try to do so. However, that love is hardest, as many people are unable to comprehend it. But ultimately, God has set the example for us and shown us what true love is. If only we will allow ourselves to grasp this deep deep love...
Love heals even the deepest hurt and the world around us needs love amidst all the trouble. Will we be the agents of love?
Love isn't just a feeling, as it sometimes can fade. Love is a decision and commitment made consciously with strong intentions to stick by it. And it is possible with the help of the Maker....
There are several simple ways to show love:
Listening to others, spending time, giving gifts, a friendly touch, words of encouragement and a kind action done for the other person.
For more info, read 1 Corinthians 13. Tee hee. Funny that I should write about this topic. But it's been fun. End of lecture.