Do to others as you would have them do to you. – (Luke 6:31, NIV)
Do for others what you want them to do for you. – (Luke 6:31, ERV)
However you wish to be treated by others is how you should treat everyone else. – (Luke 6:31, TPT)
This verse, also known as “The Golden Rule”, was spoken by Jesus for all. If we are truly seeking to love as God loves us, we will do unto, do for, and treat others the same way we desire to be treated. It does not say, “If others reciprocate, do these things,” but rather, just treat everyone well. Jesus does not love only those who love Him back, He truly loves all of His creation – passionately, sacrificially, and completely. His love is enough to meet our deepest needs. Because we are loved so well, we ought to long to do the same for those around us. The more we invest time with our Savior, the more clearly we are able to reflect His heart to the world. May we look for ways to do for others, to speak into the lives of others, and to treat others with the love that comes from Christ.
Do unto others,
As you would have done;
Treat all with kindness,
As each day’s begun.
Show all the great love,
That comes from the Lord;
Give kindness and grace,
Treat all as adored.
For through the Lord’s eyes,
He knows us by name;
His precious children,
Whom He loves the same.
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for loving all of us so well. Thank You that You teach us, show us and call us to do the same. Forgive us for the times that we have neglected to love as we are called to do. Teach us to turn to You to show us how, and equip us, to treat others the way we should. Fill us with Your love overflowing, so that we go forth and love all according to Your good and perfect will. May many come into a lasting relationship with You. Be glorified O God, as we seek You to do unto others, do for others, and treat others the way we were created to do. Amen.
© Shannon Elizabeth Grabrick and Revelations in Writing, May 2011 – present
A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. – John 13:34
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