The Holy Martyrs Acepsimas the Bishop, Joseph the Priest, and Aithalis the Deacon; The Dedication of the Church of the Holy Great Martyr George in Lydda where his precious body is entombed.
1 Thessalonians 3:9-13; Luke 11:34-41.
Read 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13
Love is the essence of what it means to be a Christian. God created us with love and His love for us is immeasurable. Love is the foundation of our interpersonal relationships as we are called to love everyone, both those who love us and those who hate us.
St. Paul calls on the Thessalonians to love one another to the same measure that he has loved them. This love is indispensable if we desire holiness for our lives. This love is necessary if we want the Body of Christ to grow and multiply. The love we show others grows and multiplies and is reciprocated to us by those who have experienced the love of God and the love of their brother or sister in Christ.