Greater Love Hath No Man – April 08, 2001
In Victor Hugo’s classic story, Les Misérables, we see a man so filled with love that he would die for another.1 Throughout history, we see heroic soldiers, firefighters, and citizens willing to pay the ultimate price for their fellowman.
Christ the Lord gave His life to conquer death, that all shall live. He said, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.”2
The mark of a true friend is love, and the willingness to give and sacrifice for those we consider friends.
When we hear of sudden emergencies, we each hope we would rise to the occasion and nobly step forward, willing to do whatever is needed to help another.
A true friend is not only there in a crisis, but also loyal and loving in the small, day-to-day matters: to give of our time, to be patient on the freeway, to be courteous in annoying situations. Jesus said, “Love one another, as I have loved you.”3
We show our love for Him by the way we treat others—showing patience, kindness, generosity of spirit.
No greater love can be given than to lose ourselves in service to others. With that love, we reflect the greater love of Christ.
Program #3738
1. Victor Hugo, Les Misérables (New York: Ballantine Books, 1961).
2. John 15:13.
3. John 15:12.