Love 'til the end

1 Pet. 4:7-9
"But the end of all things is at hand; therefore be serious and watchful in your prayers. And above all things have fervent love for one another, for 'love will cover a multitude of sins.' Be hospitable to one another without grumbling."

Working backwards: The greek word for hospitable means "love for strangers" which we decided meant anyone who doesn't live with us. We talked a bit about attitude and complaining.

The greek word for fervent compares to stretching or straining taut muscles to the limit as in a runner pushing himself to get his time on the last lap of the mile. This is how we are to love one another. This kind of love in family relationships overlooks daily sin.

Lastly Dad gave the illustration of a space shuttle launch and how the countdown starts months ahead of time. He compared this to Peter starting the countdown to Jesus' return, close to 2000 years ago. Even though it hasn't happened yet, Jesus will return and we are to be ready. Eventually the rocket does lift off!!!
...........
Did no one like yesterday's joke? I thought it was hilarious, seeing as "clean" and "quiet" were never on A. and my lists!!!!!