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Mormon Love

Mormon Love

"In 1840 the Prophet Joseph sent an epistle to the Twelve wherein he taught that 'love is one of the chief characteristics of Deity, and ought to be manifested by those who aspire to be the sons of God. A man filled with the love of God, is not content with blessing his family alone, but ranges through the whole world, anxious to bless the whole human race' (History of the Church, 5: 227).

"As we reach out in love to those around us, we fulfill the other half of the great commandment to 'love thy neighbour as thyself' (Galatians 5:14)."
Ref. (Joseph B Wirthlin, "The Great Commandment," Ensign, Nov. 2007, 28)

Love Mormon

I have found that the closer I am to the Lord the more love and tolerance I have for others. It really is true that if you have ill feelings toward someone - do service for them and you will learn to love them.

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When I was called to be the compassionate service leader for a sprawling, highly inactive military ward five years ago I remember turning to the scriptures for help overcoming my fear of reaching out to the many strangers I would have to serve. I came across this scripture in Moroni 7:

I prayed fervently for charity to help me love and serve the ward and I received it in quite a profound and lasting way. My inherent disposition has always been very compassionate and tolerant; however, I received an actual spiritual gift of charity at that time that has endured in my nature since, even through inactivity. I feel for almost everyone around me a tender, unconditional love. Even if someone disappoints or hurts me, the initial negativity of the situation heals rapidly and is replaced again with patience and love. It was truly a merciful and miraculous gift. My own personal mission in life, regardless of religion or belief, has become centered on loving and uplifting others in every sphere of my influence, especially professionally. Most of my friends and coworkers have commented on my disposition, how I have such a peaceful, loving "aura" and how I have a calming, uplifting effect on everyone around me. I have wondered about that throughout my inactivity because I used to believe it was the spirit of Christ, but I didn't think it could be that in recent years if I wasn't going to church or living the gospel. But maybe it always was. Maybe that gift was so significant that it really was permenantly imbedded in my being. Even the missionaries that found me commented on the immense spirit of love they could feel in me from the first time they met me. It boggles my mind because I never think about it. Feeling that love in my heart is just as natural to me now as feeling the sun on my skin.

In any case, I think we all have varying inherent tendencies to love when we come into the world depending on our personal gifts and strengths. I definitely agree with you, alskann, that the Spirit can increase our capacity for love and desire to serve tremendously. I think that striving to keep the Spirit is always the first best place to start. But I also used to encourage every member I knew to pray for charity and to have faith in Moroni's words that we can be filled with that love if we pray for it. We are told to pray for those we serve and pray for those who offend us. I think the greatest purpose of that is to increase OUR love for them so that our love and service can change their hearts.

Thank you, Joseph, for the reminder of the importance of love and service. I believe it is the whole purpose, means, and end of existence.

Love Mormon

Love is such a wonderful thing and has so many levels. I have a gift of loving people naturally, which I am so thankful for. I try to find something good in everybody and I know at times it is hard, but it is always worth the try.

Enos is my favorite example of this type of love. He went from being forgiven of his sins, in which God showed His love for Enos, and then turned that love towards his family, then his friends, and that was not enough...he was so filled with it that he even prayed for his enemies. After learning of him, the concept of "Love your enemies" became a bit clearer on how to attain that ability.

Love Mormon

Why is this called, "Mormon Love"? Love is love is it not? Is there such thing as "Mormon Love", "Catholic Love", etc.

Mormon Love

I Love You

Is this said often in your home? Is it different (The number of times you say it) for your spouse / children?

Mormon Love

Not in my home. I'm a bachelor. But I tell my Sweetheart [that I love her] all the time.

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Not really, I am not married and don't have that special someone in my life as yet but I think is cool when the words are said with true meaning.