What It Really Means to Love Like Jesus: How to Show God’s Love in Real Life

In this episode of Priorities on Purpose, Melissa Batt shares a heartfelt voice memo-style message that explores what it really means to love like Jesus—especially when the people around us are hurting emotionally, spiritually, or relationally.

Inspired by 1 John 3 and reflections from the book Ekklesia, Melissa digs into the practical side of love and challenges us to stop thinking love is just about giving money or saying the right things. Instead, she reveals what it looks like to truly be the hands and feet of Jesus in our everyday lives—whether through encouraging words, simple acts of kindness, or choosing grace over offense.

If you’ve ever wondered how to live out your faith in a real, intentional way, this episode will leave you convicted and encouraged.

Key Takeaways:

• [00:00] – Laying Down Our Lives Like Jesus Did
  Melissa opens the episode with 1 John 3:16 and asks the question: What does it actually look like to lay down your life for others?

• [02:32] – Redefining Poverty
  She highlights that poverty isn’t just financial—many people are emotionally and spiritually poor, and we’re called to see and serve them, too.

• [04:55] – Meeting Practical Needs
  Whether it’s offering a meal, a kind word, or simply your time, love shows up through action, not just speech.

• [06:31] – Navigating Offense with Grace
  Melissa shares a personal story about miscommunication and how we can assume the best in others—even when it’s hard.

• [08:56] – Letting Go of Being Misunderstood
  Not everyone will “get you,” and that’s okay. Melissa reminds us of the importance of releasing control and embracing peace.

• [10:49] – Be the One Who Takes Action
  Don’t wait on your church or others to step up. If you see a need, meet it. Love is a verb.

• [12:58] – Hospitality Without the Pressure
  Melissa encourages us to practice hospitality without perfection and challenges listeners to examine the root of any shame holding them back.

• [14:15] – Final Encouragement + Coaching Invitation
  If you’re ready to stop delaying the life God has called you to, Melissa invites you to reach out for 1:1 coaching and faith mentoring.

📚 Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• The Bible

  • Verses mentioned: 1 John 3:16–19, Titus 3:1–15, and Romans 12

• Book: Ekklesia by Ed Silvoso

  • Melissa references this book when discussing different types of poverty—not just financial, but emotional and spiritual poverty as well.

 

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