If you really keep the royal law found in Scripture, “Love your neighbor as yourself,” you are doing right. – James 2:8

In our verse for today, Apostle James reminds us what it means to do right by God. He makes an emphatic statement that in the eyes of God, doing right means loving our neighbors, which is a command. This is a fundamental principle of the Christian faith, and one that is deeply rooted in the teachings of Jesus. When we love our neighbors as ourselves, we are not only obeying God’s law, but also reflecting the very character of God Himself.

But what does it mean to love our neighbors as ourselves? It means treating others with the same kindness, compassion, and respect that we desire for ourselves. It means being willing to listen, to serve, and to sacrifice for the benefit of others. It means seeing the inherent value and worth in every human being, regardless of their background, their circumstances, or their status.

As we strive to live out this royal law, let us ask ourselves: Who are the neighbors in our lives that we need to love and serve? Is it the coworker who is struggling with a difficult project? The family member who is going through a tough time? The stranger on the street who is in need of a kind word or a helping hand? Whoever it may be, let us seek to love them as ourselves, and in doing so, may we reflect the love and character of our Heavenly Father.