Feed My Sheep With Love!

John 21:15-18: "So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. He saith to him again the second time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my sheep. He saith unto him the third time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? Peter was grieved because he said unto him the third time, Lovest thou me? And he said unto him, Lord, thou knowest all things; thou knowest that I love thee. Jesus saith unto him, Feed my sheep. Verily, verily, I say unto thee, When thou wast young, thou girdedst thyself, and walkedst whither thou wouldest: but when thou shalt be old, thou shalt stretch forth thy hands, and another shall gird thee, and carry thee whither thou wouldest not."

In these verses, we witness Jesus restoring Peter after Peter had denied Him three times. Jesus asks Peter three times if he loves Him, and each time, Peter affirms his love for the Lord. In response, Jesus instructs Peter to feed His lambs and sheep, emphasizing the importance of caring for God's people.

This passage teaches us about the essence of true discipleship - love. Jesus emphasizes that our love for Him should not remain a mere sentiment, but should be translated into action. We are called, just as Peter was, to feed and care for the sheep, to nurture and love those around us, both spiritually and physically.

Let us reflect on these words as a daily reminder of our commitment to love and serve others in the name of Christ. May we not only seek, but create opportunities to feed His sheep with love, compassion, and kindness, following the example of the Good Shepherd who laid down His life for His flock.