Therefore the one who loves God also loves his brother or sister. Indeed, the second love is the proof of the first. (John Climacus)

To love brother and sister, neighbor I know and neighbor I do not yet know, is how I love God.

God reaches out to me in love. My thankful response ought to include reaching out in love to others.

As God is generous, I am to be generous. As God is patient and kind, rejoices in the truth, trusts and hopes. So should I. Love always perseveres. So should I.