Thursday, February 20, 2020

Romans 13:7-8 -- On Love and Obligation

"Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honour to whom honour.
Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law."
Romans 13:7-8


In the beginning of this chapter Paul explains that we should be subject to rulers, and pay tribute, which seems applicable to tax season. :)  I really like also the idea that we shouldn't owe anyone anything, except love... and that is a big obligation right there, but I think it helps if we aren't burdened with other obligations that get in the way.

Today, let's make sure we fulfil our other obligations and get those out of the way... but let's really focus on our obligation to love each other, and take it seriously.  Love can be hard work, but it is the most rewarding thing that we can do. :)

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