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“And here is how to measure it - the greatest love is shown when people lay down their lives for their friends” (John 15 v 13) 

 Words communicate and explain. We can tell people that we love them. We can explain how precious they are to us. Actions validate and confirm. When we sacrifice our preferences for another, we show our respect and affection. When we sacrifice ourselves, our wishes, and our preferences for a friend, we give the greatest of all gifts and prove our love beyond any doubt. 

We can look to Jesus as a role model - except that he died for his enemies as well. Our life is our most precious possession, when we give up our life, we give up all we have. It’s a case of stopping being so self-centered and becoming more others-centered.