Wednesday's Whisper

Colossians 2:2

That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, and of the Father, and of Christ;

Good morning, one and all!

On this Wonderful Wednesday, I am thankful for love!

First of all, the love of God - the vast, unconditional, immeasurable love of God Almighty!

Secondly, the love of family; my parents, and two brothers, who were the first humans on earth that I felt love from, and to whom I gave it. I was truly blessed to be raised in a home full of love.

Then, came the love of my life, my husband of forty-one-plus years! The love of a spouse is a very deep, precious love. Again, I am one blessed woman to have the love of a mate who loves God and truly loves me, and I love him dearly.

Next, the love of my children, which has grown to include their spouses. God blessed us with three children, two boys and one girl. These three were entrusted to us to raise in the fear of God, and we tried to the best of our ability to do just that. I love my children, and feel their love in return.

Going on, to the "grandest" love of all - the love of grandchildren. Oh, my, what a love! And, especially today as I write this, I miss them all so very much. God truly blessed me when he allowed me to become a grandmother (I am a Mimi - smile). 

My grandparents all passed away at fairly young ages, so I didn't get to enjoy their love long enough, but I treasure their memories.

Both my in-law parents have been gone for quite some time. I loved them both, and thank God that He blessed me with two who loved me in return. I have quite a few brothers-in-law   and sisters-in-law for whom I am truly grateful.

I've known the love of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews throughout my years.

Friends - thank God for the love I've received from and given to my multitude of friends!

Then, there's the family of God - brothers and sisters in Christ. No, we do not share natural blood, but we all have royal blood flowing through our veins. Our Father is the King of kings and Lord of lords!!! 

I sincerely hope I haven't left anyone out but, after writing this blog post, my heart is full as I remember how very much I am loved, and I hope that I convey love to all who are special to me.

As I close this blog post, I am reminded of a cute definition my Dad always gave for the word love:

Love's a little thing

Shaped like a lizard

It runs around your heart

And tickles your gizzard!

--Bishop Casey Jones, Sr.

Pause today to thank God for the blessing of that one great virtue - Love! 

Here's one more verse that just came to my mind:

1 Corinthians 13:13

And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity.

Join me again tomorrow when, Lord willing, we'll share another spoonful of thankfulness tonic!