08/23/2026
I spent years being loved and never loving back. I didn't realize I was the villain in my own story.
I grew up in a culture that taught me to stand my ground, hold the door, and be sure I know the difference between politically correct and morally correct. All good things.
But somewhere along the way, I got burned one too many times by someone who was supposed to be in my corner. A byproduct of that was I started wanting new people to pass a test before I'd show them kindness.
"We love because he first loved us." — 1 John 4:19
God never did that to me and my parents didn't raise me to be like that. They loved me first. Before I had my theology straight. Before I had my temper under control. Before I had anything to offer back.
Love isn't the reward for getting it right. It's the starting point. And in a world that's loud about being right, maybe the most radical thing I can do is be quiet about it and just love first.
I started a bible study group chat last August to create a godly presence among my peers. Occasionally I share those scriptures here to see if you and I have anything in common. Because some foundations need more than concrete.
Jesus loves you and I do too❤️
Inspired by 1 John 4:19
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