“Charity suffereth long, and is kind…” -1 Corinthians 13:4 (KJV)

One of the greatest tests of our Christian faith is not how loud we sing on Sunday or how much Bible knowledge we possess. One of the greatest tests is how we love people.

The Bible says, “Charity suffereth long, and is kind.” In other words, real love is patient, and real love is kind.

That sounds simple until someone disappoints us, frustrates us, or hurts our feelings. It is easy to love people when everything is going well. It is much harder to love when relationships become difficult.

Yet God’s love toward us has always been patient and kind. Think about how many times He has forgiven us, how many times He has shown mercy when we did not deserve it, and how many times He has remained faithful even when we were not.

Because we have received that kind of love, we are called to give that kind of love.

Today, ask yourself this question: Who needs a little patience from me? Who needs a little kindness from me?

A kind word may change someone’s day. A patient response may heal a wounded relationship. A loving attitude may point someone to Jesus.

Remember this: Love is not merely something we feel. Love is something we choose.

So today, choose patience. Choose kindness. Choose love.

And when you do, you will reflect the heart of Christ to a world that desperately needs Him.

James 1:5 (KJV) says, “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.”

What a comforting promise for every believer.

There are moments in life when we simply do not know what to do. We face decisions about our family, our finances, our future, our health, or our ministry, and the path forward is not always clear. We may feel overwhelmed, uncertain, and even afraid of making the wrong choice.

But James reminds us that God has not left us to figure life out on our own.

He says that if we lack wisdom, we can ask God. Not only can we ask Him, but He promises to give wisdom generously. God is not annoyed by your questions. He is not frustrated by your need for guidance. He welcomes you into His presence and invites you to seek His direction.

Think about that. The Creator of the universe is willing to guide your next step.

You may not have all the answers today, but you know the One who does. Before you make that decision, before you take that next step, before you give in to worry, spend time in prayer. Open God’s Word. Seek His wisdom.

Remember, God’s guidance is always better than our guesses.

So today, do not be discouraged by what you do not know. Instead, be encouraged by Who you know. Ask God for wisdom, trust His leadership, and walk forward in faith.

He promises that when you ask, He will provide exactly what you need.