The Two Commandments (Part 2 of 2)

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Matthew 22:39 “And the second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself.”  (NKJV)

In this second commandment, Jesus states that it is like the first one. We should have the Godly love that only He can produce, in order to love our neighbor as ourselves. Godly love will overcome obstacles. Godly love can clear a path to the heart of one whom you are trying to reach in His name. You shall be to that neighbor as Jesus would be to you.

We must always remember that when we step out into the world, as it is today, that we represent Christ first. Our first step out into the morning sun or rain or some other inclement weather, must always represent Him first in every step we take. As believers, we need to be prepared to do this in a way that would always honor God. This means we need to stay in His Word and honor Him in prayer so that we may represent Him correctly to this lost and dying world. There may be another believer whom you may encounter today who is discouraged, or downtrodden. Is your heart ready to represent Christ to that one?

Key Thought: It is time to get ready. God has great and intense purposes for our lives each and every day. Are you ready for today with Him? He is waiting for you. It is time to bend our knees and surrender our hearts to His purpose for us today.

Prayer: Dear Lord Jesus, guide me to others in my path today. Help me to make a stand for the cause of Christ. Help me to represent You in all that I say and do. Prepare my heart for each encounter that lies ahead of me this day so that I may fulfill this second commandment. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Have a Blessed Day!!!

In Christ,

Ted Wilkins

© 2026 Ted Wilkins

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