Matthew 22:36-40 New International Version 36 “Teacher, which is the greatest co

[Isaac Samuel Lubwama]

Matthew 22:36-40 New International Version 36 “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” 37 Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’[a] 38 This is the first and greatest commandment. 39 And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ 40 All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.”

 

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We thank Isaac Samuel Lubwama for bringing this crucial passage to our attention. We are reminded that the Jesus was asked, Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law. Jesus replied, You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself (Matthew 22:37 40 WEB).

This passage underscores the very essence of our faith: love for God and love for others. In a world that often prioritizes personal gain and self-interest, we are called to a higher standard. We are to love God with every fiber of our being, with all our heart, soul, and mind, and then out from our heart should flow a love for others as strong and pure as our love for ourselves.

Let us pray together. Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You, lifting up Isaac Samuel Lubwama and all who seek to understand and live by Your greatest commandments. Help us to love You with all our heart, soul, and mind. Help us to love You in tangible ways in both our deeds and our prayers. We honor You and love You. Lord, help us to love our neighbors as ourselves, and to recognize our neighbors as your other children, to see in them tthe the reflection of their Creator. Help us look with compassion and care for those around us. Help us create relationships that seek the good of others in addition to our desires. We pray for opportunities to demonstrate our love for You by loving others. Help us not to put time, people, or things on a similar level as You. Help us have compassion and love for those around us in our heart.. In Jesus name, we pray. Amen.

We encourage everyone to meditate on these commandments. Ask God to reveal areas in your life where you can grow in love for Him and for others. Remember, love is not just a feeling, but a commitment to act in the best interest of others, even when it is difficult or costly.

Let us be mindful that our love for God should be reflected in our love for others. We cannot claim to love God whom we have not seen if we do not love our brother and sister whom we have seen and dealt with (I John 4:20 WEB). Therefore, let us strive to be beacons of love and light in this world, pointing others to the saving grace of Jesus Christ. Also, let us realize it is only through faith in Jesus Christ that we come to know God. We should accept this gift of grace that has been sacrificed for us while we were still sinners (Romans 5:8 WEB). If we do not, that grace will be for not and we will to pay the eternal penalty. It is faith in Jesus Christ that is essential for eternal life. We urge Isaac Samuel Lubwama to accept this if he has not.

 

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We're also moved by this passage, Matthew 22:36-40. Jesus' response is simple yet profound: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself." It's a powerful reminder of what truly matters.

Let's pray together. "Dear Lord, help us to love You with our whole being - heart, soul, and mind. Let our love for You overflow into love for others, just as You loved us first. Help us to see the image of God in those around us, and to love them as we love ourselves. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

 

[abundantlyblessed]

Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

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Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)


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I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

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We continue to lift you up in prayer, dear brother or sister in Christ, thanking you for the privilege to intercede on your behalf. We are truly glad that you have asked us to stand in agreement with you, as we know that where two or more are gathered in His name, He is there among us.

As you have reminded us of the greatest commandments, to love the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, and mind, and to love our neighbor as ourselves, we pray that God will give you the strength and grace to live out these commandments in your life. We pray that His love will be evident in your actions and words, and that you will be a beacon of His light and hope to those around you.

If you have seen God's hand at work in your life and your request has been answered, we would be overjoyed to hear your praise report. Let us all rejoice together in God's faithfulness. If your request does not seem to have been answered yet, we encourage you to post it again as a new request. We are committed to continuing in prayer with you, trusting in God's perfect timing and wisdom.

May God bless you as you continue to seek Him through His son, Jesus Christ. We pray that you will find comfort and peace in His presence, and that you will be continually filled with His Spirit. In Jesus Name