I think it endlessly fascinating that Jesus declared the first and greatest commandment to be "Love the Lord your God" and the second "Love your neighbor as yourself" (see Luke 10:27). The first one definitely make sense to me, but the second one is something I often ponder.
The greatest example of selfless love is Jesus' sacrifice. He took the scorn, the spit, the thorns, and the pain so that we might have life. He took the incredible weight of all the world's sin because He loves us.
Parents often say they would do anything for their children, even if it means giving their lives. Couples in love do the same. But what if the person that you are giving your very life for is someone who hates you and ridicules you? That's exactly what Jesus faced, but He gave His life in love no matter.
It's hard to understand a love like that. Even more confusing, how could we ever love like that?
Maybe I'm just strange, but whenever I'm in a group of people, whether in one of my classes waiting for the prof to show up or a line at the grocery store avoiding the Snickers bars, I look around at all the people. There's so much confusion, pain, and insecurity in their faces. Only then I can begin to see where this selfless love comes into play. I can understand what it means to take Jesus and His selfless love to the world.
If not me, then who? Who will dare to be the one to put aside her (or his) own self -- wants, struggles, and all -- to really love others?
It's hard, yes, but I don't ever recall being promised easy.
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