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Universe Means One Thing: Love

 

Universe Means One Thing: Love

"For all the law is fulfilled in this one word, love: Love your neighbor as yourself."  Galatians 5:14 (KSB)

Bible open to Galatians 5:14 about love fulfilling the law.


   Sometimes, the word “universe” can feel mysterious even spooky to some. Others think it's irreverent or sacrilegious when used in spiritual conversations. But what if we redefined it? What if “universe” simply meant love? What if it meant God, since God is love? When we say, “the universe,” we can think of it as pointing to one word love. Just one word. The entire Bible, composed of 66 books and written by over 40 different authors, ultimately speaks to one central theme: love. From beginning to end, this divine book points us toward loving God, loving ourselves, and loving others. In the Old Testament, God's people had 636 laws civil, ceremonial, and moral. They guided everything from relationships to religious festivals. But then Jesus came and said, “Let me make this simple Love God. Love yourself. Love everyone.” Jesus taught that all the laws and the prophets boil down to one core principle: love. No need to overcomplicate it. Just return to that one word. The universe, the Scriptures, and all our spiritual striving are calling us back to love.

   I believe that all faith traditions, at their essence, aim to teach this one thing. Love is the purpose of our lives, the reason we breathe, the heart of who we are. Every mission, every core value, every act of kindness flows from love. It is the identity of the universe and the fingerprint of God on our souls. When I focus on love, I see every person as my sibling. Every man is my brother. Every woman, my sister. Every child belongs to all of us. This divine love resolves confusion, answers our deepest questions, and brings healing to the world. Even the Ten Commandments make sense through the lens of love. If I love my neighbor, I won't steal from them or commit adultery. If I love myself, I won't covet or harm others. Love rewrites every commandment into compassion and dignity. Honor, respect, and holiness come naturally when rooted in love.

   Paul urged the churches in Galatia to let go of rituals and return to love. Jesus didn't just give us laws; He gave us life. He simplified faith into something we could live daily love God, love yourself, love others. So, I ask you today: What are you going back to? What is guiding your life? Let it be the one true word that matters love.

Universe: There Is Only One

   1. One Word: Preach, teach, write.

   2. One Law: Principles, practices, promises.

   3. One Intention: Thoughts, speech, action.

📖 Reflection: How is love guiding your actions, thoughts, and speech today?

💡 Action Step: Choose one way to express love intentionally today, whether to God, yourself, or someone else.

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