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Questions for Reflection
- In what ways have I encountered Jesus as the beloved in my own life, and how has that shaped my understanding of love?
- How can I remind myself that I am God’s beloved, especially during times when I struggle to feel worthy of love?
- Reflecting on the Samaritan woman’s experience, what relationships in my life might be causing me to question my own belovedness, and how can I seek stability in God’s love rather than in these relationships?
- How can I actively recognize and affirm the belovedness of those around me? What steps can I take to treat others as beloved in my daily interactions?
- In what ways might I share the message of being beloved with my community, similar to how the Samaritan woman shared her encounter with Jesus?