Loving our neighbor isn’t just a nice sentiment—it’s a calling. Jesus teaches us to care for others with the same kindness and compassion we desire for ourselves. Though we typically associate love with a feeling, we are taking time to remember that it goes beyond emotion—love is an action.
Scripture:
“You shall love your neighbor as yourself” (Mark 12:31).
“Little children, let us love not in word or speech but in deed and truth” (1 John 3:18).
“Encourage one another and build up each other, as indeed you are doing” (1 Thessalonians 5:11).
Journal reflection:
Think about a time when someone showed you unexpected kindness. How did it make you feel, and how can you pass that love forward? Write two or three ways you can make someone in your life feel loved.
Who in your community, church family or small group might be in need of encouragement or support right now? How can you be a neighbor to them in a tangible way?
Service project ideas:
Volunteer your time: What nonprofit organizations are serving the community in which you live? Get in contact with their local team to see how you can volunteer with them—whether one time or on a regular basis.
Encouragement cards: Write uplifting notes for leaders in your church to remind them they are loved and appreciated. Include your favorite Scriptures or a personalized prayer for them and their family.
Affirmation:
I am called to love my neighbor with kindness, compassion and action.
