It seems to me that the way we love and praise God is reflected by the way we love and treat other people.
If I say I 'love' God but disregard the dignity of another human being then I am a liar.
Jesus said "Whatsoever you do to the least of my brothers, you do unto me." And so I have to ask myself.
Do I recognize Jesus in my spouse? Do I treat my spouse with love and respect? ("Whatsoever you do to the least of my brothers, you do unto me.")
Do I recognize Jesus in my child? Would I discipline Jesus the way I discipline my child? ("Whatsoever you do to the least of my brothers, you do unto me.")
Do I recognize Jesus in my co-worker? Would I gossip about Jesus the way I gossip about my co-worker? ("Whatsoever you do to the least of my brothers, you do unto me.")
Do I recognize Jesus in my employee? Would I talk to Jesus the way I talk with someone under my authority? ("Whatsoever you do to the least of my brothers, you do unto me.")
Do I recognize Jesus in myself? Do I love unconditionally, see the good in people and treat others the way I want to be treated - regardless of how they treat me? ("Whatsoever you do to the least of my brothers, you do unto me.")
Obviously, I fall very short of the mark. Do I love Jesus enough to keep trying?
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