Love

Love is patient, love is kind, it does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 1 Corinthians 13:4

Five characteristics of love all in one sentence - and, oh no, I've been found wanting in all categories in one day!

No pity necessary, nor words of appeasement. If I've learned one or two things over the years it is this: the only "will-power" that is worth a hoot is the humble, contrite heart begging the God of grace to "take over"; and, the supernatural, that is the grace of God, has the power to shape and "re-create" the natural and the carnal - daily!

Come Holy God, make in me the essence of your love…