Five Minute Friday is back! The word prompt is fight.
GO:
I’ve heard it said, “Anything worth having is worth fighting for.” Even though I agree those words are true, I have to admit, sometimes I become tired of fighting for myself and the things I want. Don’t you?
Fighting battles in life can cause us to expend a great amount of energy. When we wage war, we tend to focus on ourselves while constantly worrying about the outcome. If we aren’t careful, me, myself, and I become a huge issue.
Sometimes, the best way to heal from our own battle wounds is to fight for someone else. (Tweet that)
How can we do this?
My God-Sized dream for 2014 is to fight for other people by doing what Christ commands me to do in John 13:34-35 – Love them.
I want to love people well. And I think a great place to start is though generosity. I want people to know they are worth a gift. They have value. When we give even something small we have opportunity to turn a not-so-good day into a great day. We can fight for someone else by brightening their day with kindness. Kindness can unlock hope!
I’ve started a challenge for 2014. It’s called Go Give. I believe we can rise up a community of givers and show the love of Christ through one act of kindness each month – 12 challenges throughout 2014 to take us through the year with purpose.
We have worth because Christ is worthy, and this is a great opportunity to show His love.
Do you want to know details about the 2014 Go Give Challenge? If so, click here.
#GoGive!
Love,
Jennifer
“I want to love people well.”
Yes…and “through this kindness we can unlock hope.” I love that! May I live with that kindness and giving that hope. Only through Him can we do this! A lovely post!
Thanks, Angie! You are so right, only through Him! Have a beautiful Friday, friend!
AMEN Jennifer! I have your challenge at the forefront of my mind. With God’s help, I am going to love well this year!
I believe God can do beautiful work within our own hearts and lives when we choose to love others. Thanks so much for your support, Barbie! I always look forward to your comments!
Hey Jennifer! It’s been awhile since I visited your work here…just wanted to say it’s looking so pretty & cheerful! I’m excited to see what God’s calling you through this year and pray that Go Give is a blessed adventure. In faith, Rachel from Redeeming Her
Thanks, Rachel!
Ah, to love well. I so needed that reminder. It is so easy to love those who are soft, sweet, and kind. The prickly people … well, they can be more of a challenge. I was just asking the Lord to help me love people as He loves them. I don’t know if that is even possible since I am human, but I definitely need His perspective when viewing others.
I am visiting from Lisa-Jo’s place.
Have an awesome day!
Beth
Hi Beth. I agree, not all people are easy to love, but when we do, we learn something beautiful through it. Thanks for reading! Have a happy Friday!
So very true Jennifer. Sometimes it’s the fighting for another that changes us profoundly.
I have definitely found it to be true over the years. Have a wonderful weekend, Kimberly!
Hey Jen…I thought of your challenge while in Starbucks the other day…I’ve got to click over for the details. Sounds fun and above all doable. #GoGive – Such a great idea.
Thanks, Lisha! I hope you join us!