When I was a young boy, I knew that my father was extremely fond of black walnuts. We didn't often get them, so the day I found one on the ground I was delighted! My first thought was to have my mother crack it so I could eat it myself, but then my love for my father took over. I saved it for him.

When he came home that evening, I gave him the walnut and said, "Here, Papa, I've been saving it all day just for you!" I thought it strange that he didn't want to crack it and eat it right away. It was not until 30 years later, after he had died, that I found it again. It was in a special place in his desk. Mother told me he considered it such a sincere token of my deep affection for him that he kept it as a memento.

Little acts of love are often appreciated far more than we realize. So let's keep in mind God's command to "love one another" (1 Thessalonians 4:9). By the power of the Holy Spirit, let's exchange our self-centered attitudes for heartfelt words and deeds that show our love.

Don't delay in performing even the smallest act of love today. Believe me, it will be appreciated, and it will be richly rewarded by the Lord. Little acts of love can make a big difference.  —Henry G. Bosch  — Henry G. Bosch