A Theology of Love

"Love is not an easy teaching. Love is extensive. It hurts to love our enemies. Love stands unchanged beyond the boundary of friendship. It is God's truth and therefore independent from circumstances. It stands without condition. Love is supernatural; it is a value of eternal worth. Love is the willingness to give when others take; it is the assurance of extending our care when others hate; and it is the motivation to help when others abuse. Jesus' theology of love did not remain on his lips. He acted it out and displayed it on the cross. LOVE is an inward energy from God, a power that conquers evil and a value that pursues eternal victory."

These are the words of Herbert, a Filipino missionary for whom I have utmost respect. He has indeed won the right to speak these words for he, too, displayed God's love to the very people who seek to take his life.

I wonder how many of us have truly understood and lived the theology of LOVE. Or is it still a mere feeling that gives a tingling sensation or something that is simply represented by Valentine hearts?