| The same steps that young people follow to develop their love for each other can be used to develop a love for the Lord. 1. GIVE YOUR HEART TO THE LORD. Purpose to be loyal to Him whatever happens. Believe in Him regardless of what others think. 2. THINK ABOUT HIM DAY AND NIGHT. Imagine what He is doing right now. Remember special times you had together. Learn what He likes and dislikes. 3. TALK TO HIM EVERY CHANCE YOU GET. Look for ways to be in His presence. Be available whenever He needs you. Give Him your full concentration. Trust Him with the secrets of your heart. Share the details of your day and life. Remember things He has said to you. 4. WRITE LETTERS AND NOTES TO HIM. Keep a journal of your times with Him. Write Him a letter every day. Think of things during the day to write about. Use creativity in explaining your love to Him. 5. DO SPECIAL LITTLE THINGS FOR HIM. Design creative gifts for Him that He will enjoy. Remember special days and anniversaries. Improve personal skills that will benefit Him. 6. TURN EVERY CONVERSATION TO HIM. Look for ways to bring Him up in conversations. Be excited when you talk about Him. Tell others about His character and achievements. Display items that will cause others to ask about Him. 7. DEFEND HIM TO ANY WHO REJECT HIM. Explain that you know Him better than they do. Tell them they are misjudging Him. Reject statements that are against Him. Turn away from those who don't like Him. Report the good things He has done for you. 8. PREPARE FOR TIMES TO BE WITH HIM. Have your appearance the way He likes it. Wear the clothes He says look good on you. 9. TREASURE THE THINGS HE GIVES YOU. Appreciate the time He spends with you. Put His gifts in prominent places. Carry cherished letters from Him. 10. TELL HIM YOU ARE COMMITTED TO HIM. Remind Him often that you belong to Him. Assure Him that you will always be faithful to Him. ATIA Newsletter, December 1995 |
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