drowning person? Why would someone risk her own life by jumping into a burning building to rescue a stranger? We are fascinated by headlines that showcase great deeds of heroism, while wondering if we ourselves would be willing to risk it all to save another. But at the heart of these heroic feats is more than the dramatic rescue. This kind of self-sacrifice often reflects the ultimate expression of love.

Is it only a select few people who have it within them to lay down their lives for another? No! Within each of us lies the ability to live beyond ourselves and shine if we rely on the ultimate source of love: Jesus Christ. Each one of us is a "diamond in the rough" waiting for the Master Craftsman to refine us to reflect His glory...READ MORE