Love Overpowers Hate

Today’s Reflection

[Ukrainian soldiers] “are fighting not because of hate for our enemies but out of love for our families, our homes, and our land.” Hatred might be a mighty fuel, but it runs out soon. Love is the fuel that remains.

—Nadiyka Gerbish, Light from Afar: An Advent Devotional from Around the World (Upper Room Books, 2023)

Today’s Question

Who do you love most? What would you do to shelter them from harm?Join the conversation.

Today’s Scripture

No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. a son given to us;authority rests upon his shoulders,and he is namedWonderful Counselor, Mighty God,Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.—John 15:13 (NRSVUE)

Prayer for the Week

God, you are the light within us. Shine brightly so that the darkness is overcome and peace and justice will reign on earth as they do in heaven. Amen.