Thursday May 7, 2026

John 15:9-11

Jesus said to his disciples:

‘As the Father has loved me,

so I have loved you.

Remain in my love.

I love celebrating weddings. Every wedding reminds me of the beauty of love. The beauty of finding someone to do life with. Yes we can all do this by ourselves and yes marriage is not for everyone but there is something so special to me about standing there and saying “… I will love you and honor you for the rest of my life…”

What is even more beautiful to see and experience is celebrating anniversaries. Being married to someone for 25 or 50 years is indeed a testament. How does that couple remain in love for 10, 20, 30 years. It is work, a lot of work.

I want you to bring that “work ethic” to your faith. Simply checking the going to church box may be a very very good start. But being in relationship with God is also about learning how to love God at every stage of our lives. Young love is different than 50 year love. Have you ever noticed how quiet 50 year old love is? It is quiet but strong indeed.

Our Lord Jesus says this is how you remain in love with God. You practice the commandments!!!