"Do everything in love."
1 Corinthians 16:14 NRSVUE
Christmas Eve
One of my favorite songs in the 80’s was “Love Isn’t Love.” Check out the chorus: “Love isn’t
love till you’ve given it away. It’s just waiting to be given, all bitterness erased. By this man will
know that you’re Christ’s disciples; Nothing else can take love’s place. Love isn’t Love, till
you’ve given it away.” Inspired by those lyrics, my daily prayer is Lord, use me as your
instrument of love.
In 2020, when the lockdown and sheltering in place was in full force, I noticed the spreading
narratives were very toxic and fear based, playing on a loop in the media 24/7. As a result of the
toxic narratives continuously streaming in the media, depression and suicide were on the rise.
My prayer was “Lord, have mercy, show me how to be your messenger of love.” My husband
Charles and I began to spread daily messages of love and inspiration. We became “one love
ambassadors,” and our daily messages were called “Love Drops!” Three years later our “Love
Drops” has evolved into a podcast now streaming around the world.
So, during this season of giving as you consider your gift selections, remember Love is the
greatest gift you can give. Like the song says, “Love isn’t love till you’ve given it away.”
Sister Dianne Woodford
Morning Meditations Team Member
Prayer: Dear Lord, help us to be your instruments of love today and always, in Jesus’ name. Amen
Advent Guide 2023
As we stand in expectation of peace on Earth and reflect on the events of our times and the lives of our brothers, sisters and siblings in Christ, we await change and new birth.
We seek, listen and perceive the presence of God in words of Hope, Peace, Joy and Love.
We invite you to join us in meditation, reflection, prayer and spiritual disciplines throughout the season of Advent and beyond.
Read along with us each day or download the book to read and reflect along with us offline.