“For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. But if ye bite and devour one another, take heed that ye be not consumed one of another.”
Galatians 5:14-15 KJV
Paul explains, “For all the law can be summarized in one grand statement: “Demonstrate love to your neighbor, even as you care for and love yourself.” But if you continue to criticize and come against each other over minor issues, you’re acting like wild beasts trying to destroy one another!” Moses spoke on behalf of the LORD and taught the children of Israel, “You shall not take vengeance, nor bear any grudge against the children of your people, but you shall love your neighbor as yourself: I am the Lord.” Paul says that to “bite and devour one another” is like having critical attitudes that will destroy fellowship. These terms were used to describe wild animals fighting each other in deadly conflict. As new creatures in Christ, we surrender our soulish behaviour to the mighty Holy Spirit and ask His help to love the other with the love He sheds abroad in our heart. That’s why Jesus said, “Love your enemies” because love never fails and always wins. Amen!
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