Love like Jesus

Something I think we all need is to love more like Jesus. I know I fail at it more times than not. It's so hard not to treat people the way they treat(ed) us. They had a horrible attitude to us that one time & we think its okay for a slip of an attitude just once to get them back. Or someone that didn't even give you a chance at being open & you were the nicest you could be then but now you see the hypocrite person they are & want to treat them the way they did to you. I fell into that this week. Thinking joking my feelings on something would be a jab at that person. Honestly, it made me just feel horrible that I would even think of treating someone the way I was (even though it was nothing compared to what they put me through) & lets just say they made my life rough for a long time. Jealousy, resentment & hurt can cause all sorts of problems if it's not addressed properly. Lord, help me to be more like you. I needed this study today & only you knew I did. Thank you. You love those who were going to kill you & your followers.. Your heart broke for them that they had such hate in their hearts. I pray to do the same. I pray you ease my mind to feel the way you did/do to those against you. Prepare me for future moments that can be filled with love instead of resentment. When I do slip that I apologize for my behavior & know that I still need to work on myself & everyone else is not my problem. Also pray that you let others see your love through me even when I am put in a situation. I am a sinner but I wish to do better for you Lord. Cover me with your love & strength. May the past be the past & you forgive me for my sins, I pray to do the same.