1 John: God is Love

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3 (NKJV)

Have you noticed that over time spouses often look like one another? There are a number of scientific reasons for this. Couples often times eat the same foods over the years, which make us chemically more similar over time. But the major reason that spouses look similar over time is that they look at each other over the years. When you have eye contact, you mirror the other’s facial expressions. You share the same expressions with your partner. Over the years this similarly shapes the muscles and skin of the couple’s faces. One of the definitions of contemplative prayer is giving Jesus “a long, loving look.” Gazing into the eyes of Jesus makes us more like Jesus. The more we gaze upon God, the more we become like him. Enter into a covenantal relationship with Christ. Spend time with him—share your life with Christ. Abide with him—dwell and linger in his presence. Commune with him. Break bread with Christ—He’ll reveal himself to you. Giving Christ that long, loving look in prayer and meditation leads to a miraculous transfiguration—where Christ is formed and fashioned in us more and more.

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2 Corinthians: The Ministry of Reconciliation

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Lamentations: Loving a Self-Destructive Child

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Romans: The Spirit of Adoption

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