LOVE..…..The word that mystifies many!   From the beginning of time, poets have written colorful verses expressing the emotions of LOVE; songwriters create heartfelt lyrics and composers create soulful music stirring souls.  The word love is spoken often, without thought or reflection.  A word loosely spoken about or expressed by another person one on one to another, also over possessions, objects, ideologies, and philosophies.

Does anyone truly understand this word…..LOVE?

I have been stirred to reflect and contemplate how the word is spoken so freely without serious thought as to the meaning and source…I curiously ask the question….is it because innately within our being we desire to share ourselves therefore, we internally acknowledge LOVE to be the core of our human nature. I, therefore was inspired to write this small message exploring the meaning and source of LOVE.

LOVE is defined as an action-producing noun; as when we express our love for someone or something.  Inspirational writers describe LOVE as being patient, kind, caring, encouraging, supportive, respectful, nurturing, thoughtful, gracious, edifying, reviving, grateful, and faithful.  LOVE sometimes appears to be all-consuming, emotional, intentional, and passionate with uncontrolled desires. I have come to believe the word “LOVE” is the foundation of our existence!  LOVE is the special secret attribute bestowed upon all creatures. A pure word, emanating from everything around us; it is the essence of life itself. Again, I ask the question is it because innately within our being LOVE resides as the core value in the deepest recesses within our soul?

The Answer: YES!

We were created in the image of LOVE, a triple cord inspired from somewhere beyond worldly space and time opening the door to our true divine nature!

I believe LOVE is all this and more; I have witnessed humankind, animals, and mammals express love while receiving love. Through our loving natures, we become LOVE personified, created from the great wondrous, mysterious source of LOVE itself; we then take on the nature of love for it is infused in our DNA never to be denied. Let not your heart be troubled because you are LOVE…….You were created to express love; your existence is to love and be loved….your purpose is simply to express LOVE  in your own unique manner.  

When love arises in our hearts the atmosphere is immersed in love, reflecting a loving demeanor, edifying those in our sphere of influence, where Joy can rise where peace can settle.  Like a barometer one can measure and witness a change in the atmosphere, binding negative thoughts, emotions and old patterns bringing a refreshing presence. Love addresses the negative, controlling, manipulative behaviors that govern the world today.  Love turns away wrath, anger, disappointments, and fears, including misunderstandings. When one shares love through a kind word, or a captivating smile, the loving nature that resides deep within the soul, Joyful thoughts & feelings come forth.  Love has a domino effect, by expressing love to others enables the one receiving to pass it on. By sharing expressed love it frees souls to live with Joy and Peace.

When a person chooses to love and projects love with sincerity, calmness overtakes us, and worries, anxieties, and fears melt away. Peace overrides all worldly circumstances. The other person’s demeanor suddenly changes being overcome by the unconditional love that brings about peace, which then lefts the spirit, the mind, and the heart into a state of joy for that individual, the giver and the receiver. Peace is always the reward for keeping love as the focus in all circumstances. It is a basic need for human nature to reside in peace, enabling joyful thoughts to arise renewing the mind, and further healing hearts and souls. 

When we express LOVE we become Peace-Makers!

As Love is expressed all around unspeakable Joy ignites; it fills hearts with an indescribable effervescent quality leading to a state of glorious freedom.     Joy is defined as a jubilant state of happiness,……often bringing forth joyous heartfelt laughter or tears of joy. Like a secret ingredient in a favorite recipe, LOVE is the secret ingredient necessary to sustain a joyful life leading to peace. Peace is the guardian over one’s heart and mind This is the state in which we were created to live.

LOVE brings PEACE which in turn ignites unspeakable JOY!

This message is to express that LOVE is a powerful spirit breathing over ALL creation; immersing the atmosphere with Love’s presence to bring Joy, so all of creation can experience Peace that passes all understanding.  Just a simple message, but it takes each of us to recognize that we carry within us the essence of LOVE.  We were created out of LOVE, therefore we are also LOVE personified, designed to bring joy and peace wherever we reside and wherever we may travel.

LOVE, JOY , PEACE, the three Attributes we naturally possess!

This famous significant quote was spoken and declared by a man who persecuted many as Saul…He was overcome by the presence of LOVE, blinding him from the ways of the world to change his heart forever, …..He then began living in LOVE; his heart is filled with JOY;  walking in PEACE, living a blessed abundant life; Saul then became a whole new man being known as the Apostle Paul; the man who spent the rest of his life teaching about the Goodness of LOVE. 

The Greatest all-time example of LOVE was lived out by a man named “JESUS”…As many as have received him as their savior, to them he gave the power to become the sons & daughters of the most high God. He is LOVE and for those who choose him, their LOVE is made perfect.

May all who read this message envision….”Possibilities”…Expressing love in all you do; be confident in the love of your creator flows in your heart, therefore you can serve others through LOVE……May the blessing of your expressed “Acts of Love” be a gift to the world through daily encounters with those you meet; so you too may be blessed in LOVE, JOY & PEACE!

Watch for  Simple LOVE…..Part Two

Next   “JOY UNSPEAKABLE” 

Reverend Lenna Cooke-Carpentier…..Cooke Family Ministry…. A prophetic, restorative Ministry

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