Sunday, April 26, 2026 · Day 116

2 Corinthians 5:14

Motivated by Love

Verse

For the love of Christ controls us.

Thought

The love of Christ compels us. Not the Law, not duty, not fear, love. In the New Covenant, love is the driving force. And love motivates differently than fear: It makes you free, creative, and bold.

Truth & Application

Truth: Your motivation comes from love, not duty. Christ's love compels you, not into compulsion but into freedom and passion.

Today practically: Act from love today, not from obligation. Feel the difference.

Question for you: What drives you today, duty or love?

Prayer

Father, thank you that Christ's love drives me. Not duty, not fear, love. Today I let this love motivate me. Holy Spirit, let Christ's love be my strength today. Amen.

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Author: Mike
2 Corinthians 5:14 — Devotion 2026-04-26 · jesusTALK · jesusTALK