29
JUNE 2025
Tara, Kape Tayo
Dito natin nakikilala ang tunay na pag-ibig: inialay ni Cristo ang kanyang buhay para sa atin. Kaya’t dapat din nating ialay ang ating buhay para sa kapatiran.
1 Juan 3:16
“Tara, kape tayo!”
Narinig mo na ba ’to sa friends mo o kaya ikaw mismo ang nagyaya sa kanila to have coffee? Some become wary or suspicious kapag naririnig ang invitation na ’to dahil nare-relate nila ito sa sales agents ng networking companies. But for someone whose love language is quality time, inviting someone for coffee or any chance to get together is an intentional act of love. When a person gives time and exerts extra effort, ’di ba we appreciate him or her?
Such is Topher and Mae’s experience when two of their trusted co-workers devoted a portion of their time to give advice and guide them. Derek guided them hindi lang sa professional setting but as a brother when it comes to personal and family matters. Sadly, Derek passed away during the pandemic. Another person, Natz, became a father figure and accountability partner who helped them pursue sexual purity. He also became a mentor when they decided to pursue missions training. Natz died before Topher and Mae got married but Natz and his wife, Che, made sure na napaghandaan nila ang regalo nila.
Many people still say good things about these two godly men until now. Hindi na nakapagtataka kung bakit. They are both intentional friends and leaders. Topher and Mae think that Derek and Natz both lived a life of intentional love. Kitang-kita sa buhay nila na ang model nila ay si Jesus.
Jesus is very intentional in showing His love for mankind. He even took the form of a servant, was born in a manger, and was crucified for our sins (Philippians 2:6). In the Bible, we read about Jesus being an intentional leader when He gave time for His disciples and performed miracles.
Truly, masarap magmahal si Lord because He sends people to love us even at our darkest and lowest points in life!
LET’S PRAY
Dear Jesus, I am truly grateful because I can feel Your love through friends and people na mahal din ako. I pray that You will bless them even more as they bless me and others, as well.
APPLICATION
Do you have friends like Derek and Natz? Call them, text them, or have a chat with them over coffee and tell them how thankful you are for their lives.
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