In this journey with Jesus, God will help you in all your relationships.
1. Start with Love
God is love.
First and foremost, God wants you to experience and enjoy His love for you.
[Learn more about how to “Experience God’s Love”]
Jesus said the greatest commandment is to love God and love our neighbors as ourselves (Matthew 22:37-39). He also said that we prove ourselves to be the followers of Jesus if we love one another (John 13:35).
When you begin to experience God’s love for you, you can love others with His supernatural love.
[Learn more about how to “Radiate God’s Love”]
2. New You
You are a new creation in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17). Your past no longer defines you, and an abundant life with Jesus lies ahead. You have changed radically!
However, most of your current relationships remain unchanged. People in your circles may expect you to be the “old you” because that’s what they know about you, and sometimes, they would prefer your old ways.
This can create tensions.
3. Family, Friends & Neighbors
God wants you to love them with His supernatural love.
If they don’t understand your new life in Christ or are openly opposed to you, ask God for wisdom. Jesus knows your situations well and guides you moment by moment.
When they’re open, you can share your testimony with them. A Christian testimony is to tell others what God has done for you. You’re testifying to the reality of Jesus in your life. You can ask God for the right words to say.
[Learn more about “Your Personal Testimony“]
Most importantly, be an imitator of Christ (1 Corinthians 11:1) and let people around you see your Christ-like actions. They will know that God is real.
This is true with anyone in your daily life — at home, at work, at school, and in your community. Let your new life speak for itself.
4. New Relationships with Christians
Jesus also wants to bring you into new relationships with other Christians because you belong to God’s family.
This new community will encourage you, help you grow closer to Jesus, and give you strength to handle more difficult relationships in your life.
[Learn about “Living as God’s Family“]
5. Undesirable Relationships
Some of your current relationships may be unhealthy or even harmful, particularly for a new Christian to be in.
If you have the ability to do so, it is okay to distance yourself from them.
If you can’t change or avoid the situation, trust God to give you guidance, protection, wisdom, and strength to handle those now-challenging relationships. Jesus promises never to leave you or abandon you (Hebrews 13:5).
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