No Greater Love

"Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends."

-Jesus in John 15:13

Most firefighters are aware of and can quote the above scripture. It is often used to eulogize and memorialize those who have given the ultimate sacrifice. Firefighting is indeed a noble profession. One where we sign up to risk our lives to save the lives of complete strangers. Firefighting is truly God's work.

Jesus spoke these words just days before he gave his life for all of humanity. Jesus willfully endured excruciating pain and suffering at the hands of the professional Roman executioners. The Holy Scriptures teach us that on the cross Jesus stood in our place and took the punishment for our sins so that all who would believe in Him would have: their sins forgiven and a restored relationship with
God. His motivation for suffering, LOVE.

"Love each other as I have loved you..." are the words uttered by Jesus just before "Greater love has no one than this." He taught and showed us how to live and love. He reinforced His teaching with action. He gave His life for ours.

This Good Friday, as we reflect and give thanks for the greatest act of love the world has ever known, may we choose to love as Jesus did. May we love in word and deed. May we love unconditionally, selflessly, and sacrificially. 

Be Blessed,

Captain Bobby Delgado

HFD Chaplain