1 John 4:19...We love because He first loved us.
God is our example and our perfect role model. He does not love us only when we are perfect (which is never). He did not set eyes on us the moment we were born and decide He would only love us when we please Him. Rather, He loves us before, during, and after our messes. When we are faced with someone who is completely unlovable, may we remember His love for us in our times of utter frustration. It is so easy to growl internally at those who drive us bonkers or have hurt us. How easily and often do we write off people who we label not worthy?
He has not called us to live dysfunctionally, but He has called us to love. Even if we have to walk away from someone, may our hearts love that person the way Jesus loves us. I believe one way to love an unlovable person is to truly pray for him or her. Praying for someone who drives us crazy will ultimately cause us to let go of the stress and be free of the frustration. Another way to show love is to keep our mouths shut when tempted to talk about the unlovable. God doesn't share our stink with others and we shouldn't either. As we go about our day, let's remember we are loved. Take that love and give it away to someone who needs it. Your love just may transform that person into a lovable.
