January 31

Love does no wrong to its neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law. — Rom 13:10 BSB

The way we stand or fall in life’s trials impacts others. We may not realize how much our faithfulness can strengthen others’ faith in Christ. Likewise, our failure can weaken others’ trust in Him. We never know who is watching us, seeking proof that Christ’s grace is sufficient.

Our victory in life’s challenges may give someone else the courage to trust Christ’s power. Our failure could cause them to doubt His ability to help. We must remain faithful, as others may depend on our steadfastness for their own spiritual growth.

“Oh, if our brother’s blood cry out to us,
How shall we meet Thee, who hast loved us all –
Thee whom we never loved, not loving him?
The unloving cannot chant with seraphim,
Bear harp of gold or palm victorious,
Or face the Vision Beatifical.”