Loving others by following Christ's example of love can be challenging, but if we are to build stronger relationships with God and others, it's not an option; it's a must.

Jesus teaches us in John 15:10-12 that remaining in His love by loving one another "as He has loved us" releases and increases His joy within us. The joy of the Lord is our strength, therefore, as we continue to grow in the love of Christ we become stronger. The Love Challenge is a tool to help us do just that.

The Love Challenge encourages us to be affirmed in the unfailing love of God in spite of our...