Love That Moves Toward

Love moves. It doesn’t stay distant or detached. And that’s exactly what we see in the incarnation. Jesus didn’t wait for us to come to him. He came to us. He moved toward our pain, our mess, our need.

Paul tells us in Philippians 2 that Jesus humbled himself, taking on flesh and becoming obedient to the point of death — even death on a cross. That’s the kind of love we’re called to reflect.

John puts it plainly: love is not just words. It’s action. It shows up. It sacrifices. It gets close.

Especially during this season, when it’s easy to stay comfortable or distracted, Jesus invites us to step toward others with compassion, humility and presence.

Reflection Question:

Is there someone God is inviting you to move toward with love, grace or forgiveness?

Prayer:

Jesus, thank you for moving toward me. Help me to do the same for others. Teach me to love in ways that are real, messy and generous. Help me reflect your heart today. Amen.