And above all things, have fervent love for one another, for love will cover a multitude of sins. 1 Peter 4:8

 Decompression sickness oftentimes occurs to divers who come up too fast, creating bubbles in their bloodstream, which left untreated could be fatal. The treatment for this sickness is to put the person in an enclosed pressure chamber and administer 100% oxygen. This proven method has saved thousands of lives.

 No doubt, we live in a world where many people appear to be living for themselves and care very little about their neighbors, coworkers, even friends and family. This behavior can cause friction, resentment, even hate. Just one example, statistics state that of all the US drivers, 80 – 82% of them will experience road rage at least one time a year. Well, if you drive in my town, this figure can be increased by 10-fold!

 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another. John 13:34-35

 Today’s verse challenges us to love others, even those people we drive next to, live with, work besides, even our enemies. It also offers a reason for loving others; it covers a multitude of sins. To incorporate this verse into my daily life (when I leave the house), I have to frequently remind myself, these other people are God’s creation and He loves them, just as much as He loves me. If I give them anything less than love, I’m not following God’s call to love my neighbor.

 Just like a sick diver being placed in an atmosphere with 100% oxygen to heal his sickness, we need to live in a world, saturated with 100% of love, God’s love, for others. By doing so, we’ll take on a different view of those around us, and by doing so God will recognize you as one of His children. Who do you need to love on today?