Loving others can be hard — especially when they hurt us or are hard to understand. In this episode, we take a fresh look at 1 Corinthians 13 and discover what love really looks like in the life of the church and in everyday relationships.

We explore Paul’s metaphor of the body (1 Corinthians 12) and unpack the surprising way Jesus loved Judas — faithfully, even knowing he would betray Him. This episode shows that love isn’t just sentiment or emotion; it’s patient, kind, selfless, and guided by Christ.

Tune in for a practical, devotional reminder that love governs our actions, shapes our relationships, and sets the standard for how we live as believers.

This episode was originally published under the podcast Before We Speak, now part of Called to Transform.

Read along: https://calledtotransform.com/2026/02/16/loving-others-isnt-always-easy/

A garden doesn't produce fruit without preparation, roots, and care. Our spiritual lives are much the same. God often does His deepest work beneath the surface before we see the results.

Join us as we explore Psalm 1, John 15, and Galatians 5 to discover how being rooted in Christ leads to lasting transformation and spiritual fruit.

It's easy to celebrate the finished product, but what about the process? Using the example of a home renovation, Tracey explores how spiritual transformation often happens in seasons of disruption, waiting, and uncertainty. Discover how God uses life's challenges to strengthen our faith, build endurance, and shape us into the people He created us to be.