Have you ever heard a song so many times you knew every word—then one day you really listened?
Not just the melody… but the message. And suddenly, you’re stunned to realize that while you were bobbing your head to the rhythm, you had missed something deeper.
That happened to me recently while listening to “Revolutionary” by Josh Wilson. I was out on a walk, listening to my usual playlist, letting the music carry me like it always does. But this time, something was different. Maybe something was weighing on my heart—I’m not sure. But these words stopped me:
Why does kindness seem revolutionary?
When did we let hate get so ordinary?
Let's turn it around, flip the script
Judge slow, love quick
God help us get revolutionary
When did we let hate get so ordinary?
Let's turn it around, flip the script
Judge slow, love quick
God help us get revolutionary
Those lyrics didn’t just pass through my earbuds… they settled into my spirit.
What is love?
Why does something as simple as kindness feel so rare… even unfamiliar?
I didn’t have to search far for the answer. In The Bible, love isn’t left undefined or vague. It’s described with clarity—and intention. I Corinthians 13:4–7 tells us:
“Love is patient and is kind. Love doesn’t envy. Love doesn’t brag, is not proud, doesn’t behave itself inappropriately, doesn’t seek its own way, is not provoked, takes no account of evil; doesn’t rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, and endures all things.”
If we’re honest… that’s a lot. Not because love is complicated—but because it’s costly.
Love isn’t just what God does. It’s who He is.
From the very beginning, God created us in His image—whole, cared for, and surrounded by everything we needed. And it was all called good. Even after humanity turned away, God didn’t withdraw. He moved closer. Through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, we see a love that doesn’t retreat—it pursues. As Gospel of John 3:16 reminds us: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only born Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
This is not a distant love. It’s a giving love. A pursuing love. A redeeming love.
A love that doesn’t change
We often treat love like a feeling—something that rises and falls, comes and goes. But God’s love doesn’t fluctuate with our circumstances. In Lamentations 3:22–23, we’re reminded: “It is because of the Lord's loving kindnesses that we are not consumed, because His mercies don't fail. They are new every morning. Great is your faithfulness.”
When life feels heavy. When emotions shift. When we’re tempted to question everything—this truth remains: God’s love is steady. Yesterday. Today. Forever.
Revolutionary love
God’s love is revolutionary. And because we are made in His image, we carry the capacity to reflect that same kind of love. But here’s the tension: We don’t always choose it. Love, in this world, is not automatic—it’s intentional.
Scripture tells us in II Corinthians 4:4 that the minds of unbelievers are blinded, unable to see the light of the gospel. It’s not just resistance—it’s obscurity. We forget what we were created to carry. We get distracted.
We get hardened. We get tired. And slowly, love starts to feel… unnatural.
We get hardened. We get tired. And slowly, love starts to feel… unnatural.
But Jesus made it simple
When asked about the greatest commandment, Jesus didn’t complicate the answer. In Gospel of Matthew 22:37–40, He said: Love God with all your heart, soul, and mind. And love your neighbor as yourself. That’s it. Not easy—but simple. Because when love becomes the foundation, everything else begins to fall into place.
What does revolutionary love look like?
It doesn’t always look grand. Sometimes, it looks like:
Supporting others (Galatians 5:13; 6:2)
-Choosing patience (2 Peter 1:5–7)
-Encouraging and building others up (1 Thessalonians 5:11)
-Showing kindness and forgiveness (Ephesians 4:32)
-Rejoicing—even in the small things (1 Thessalonians 5:16)
It’s quiet. Intentional. Often unseen. But deeply powerful.
A quiet revolution
So the next time you feel the pull to respond in frustration or pass by an opportunity to show kindness… pause.
Choose differently. Because love may not always be loud—but it has the power to transform hearts, shift atmospheres, and yes…start a revolution.
If you have questions about salvation or faith, feel free to reach out to me at ask@imagojoy.com. I'm not a Bible scholar - just someone who encountered grace in the middle of brokenness.
In His light and joy — always,
Letha
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Reflect:
When was the last time you responded with love when it would have been easier to react with frustration, anger, or indifference?
Is there a situation in your life right now where God is calling you to show a different kind of love—one that feels uncomfortable, unexpected, or even undeserved?
What might change—within you or around you—if you chose to let love lead instead of your emotions?
Share: Who in your life could use a reminder of what real love looks like—not just in words, but in action?
Share this post with someone who may be struggling, discouraged, or carrying hurt. You never know how a small act of kindness or encouragement might become a light in their darkness.
Suggested Bible Study:
John 1:5 – The light shines in the darkness
1 Corinthians 13 – What love truly is
Matthew 5:44 – Love your enemies
Romans 12:21 – Overcome evil with good
1 John 4:18 – Perfect love drives out fear
As you read, look for how love is described—not as a feeling, but as a choice and action.
Remember: Love isn’t always easy—but it is always powerful. It shines brightest in the very places we’re most tempted to withhold it. Even in the presence of pain, rejection, or darkness…
love still has the power to transform everything.
Author’s note: Scripture quotations are from the World English Bible (WEB), which is in the public domain.
Josh Wilson. "Revolutionary." 2020.
**Featured Image: Heart of Thorns created by Letha Lynea**
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