Dearly beloved,

My heartfelt prayers over you this season are for peace that surpasses understanding, strength for each day, and the grace to walk in love—no matter the season or situation. May the Lord order your steps, prosper your ways, and cause His face to shine upon you and your household.

As we enter this new month, I invite you to reflect on a simple but life-transforming truth:

Let there be love among you.

Love is deeply important to God. Among all the spiritual gifts and noble virtues, love stands apart. The Bible tells us that while prophecies, tongues, and knowledge will pass away, faith, hope, and love remain—and the greatest of these is love. (1 Corinthians 13:13)

Whoever calls themselves a child of God must walk in love, because love is the very nature of our Heavenly Father. It’s not just a good idea—it’s the greatest commandment. (Matthew 22:37-39)

What makes love so unique?

• It covers a multitude of sins – (1 Peter 4:8; Proverbs 10:12)

• Its characteristics are golden – (1 Corinthians 13:4-7)

• God is love – (1 John 4:8)

• We need love in our hearts to truly see God

• Love is God’s command, not just a suggestion

The enemy knows how powerful love is. That’s why he works hard to fill our hearts with offenses, distractions, and the desires of the flesh—drawing us away from God and from one another. (Galatians 5:19-21)

So I urge you, my beloved brethren:

Choose love.

Choose to love God and one another.

Let love lead your words, your decisions, and your daily walk.

Don’t allow temporary temptations or offenses to rob you of eternal blessings.

Love is of God. Let there be love among us.

With abiding love and blessings,

Pst David Ukpokpo

RCCG OCA