Each sunrise brings a new opportunity to love deeper, live stronger, and walk closer with God.

Sarah Skaggs
Oct 20
3 min read

✧ Agape Love Blog – October 20, 2025 ✧

🌟 73 Days Until the End of 2025 🌟

Each sunrise brings a new opportunity to love deeper, live stronger, and walk closer with God.

🌤 Morning Reflection

Heavenly Father, as a new week begins, I thank You for Your grace that carried me through yesterday and the promise that covers today.Help me to face this Monday with peace in my heart and purpose in my steps.Let my words be kind, my actions be sincere, and my thoughts be pure.Teach me to love like You — not just in the easy moments but also in the testing ones.In Jesus’ name, Amen. 💜

📜 Today in History & Heritage

1803: The U.S. Senate ratified the Louisiana Purchase, opening a new chapter of growth and opportunity — a reminder that God’s blessings often unfold through obedience and bold steps of faith.
1944: General Douglas MacArthur returned to the Philippines, fulfilling his promise, “I shall return.” Faithfulness keeps promises, even when it takes time.
1973: The Sydney Opera House was officially opened — a testament to vision and creativity inspired by human imagination, reflecting the Creator’s own artistry in us.
2011: Muammar Gaddafi was captured and killed, ending decades of dictatorship in Libya — proof that worldly power always fades, but righteousness endures forever.

Each moment in history whispers a truth: only what’s built on love and integrity will stand the test of time.

✝️ Christian Heritage & Reflection

Today, the Church honors St. Maria Bertilla Boscardin (1888–1922), a humble Italian nun known for her patience, compassion, and tireless care of the sick — especially children during wartime.Though overlooked and underestimated by many, her love spoke louder than her title. She reminds us that greatness is found in quiet service.

Matthew 23:11 (KJV):

“But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant.”

Agape love doesn’t look for applause — it looks for need. It serves without recognition and gives without expecting a return.

🌎 National & Cultural Observances

🌎 World Statistics Day – A reminder that every life counts, every act of kindness matters, and each soul is known and numbered by God.
🍫 National Brandied Fruit Day – Sweet moments can be found in simple pleasures — share a small joy today.
🩺 International Day of the Air Traffic Controller – We give thanks for those who guide others safely, both in the air and in life — much like how God directs our steps when we trust Him.
💌 Community Media Day – Celebrate those who use their voice to uplift and unite communities — may we all use our platforms for good.

Even the smallest of today’s observances can remind us that God works through the ordinary to reveal His extraordinary love.

❤️ Today’s Agape Message: Love That Stays Faithful

Today’s theme is Love That Stays Faithful — because agape love is steadfast.It doesn’t give up when things get hard or change when circumstances shift.It’s the kind of love that forgives again, prays again, and hopes again.

When Jesus said, “I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee,” (Hebrews 13:5), He showed us that faithful love endures forever.Let our love reflect that — faithful in marriage, friendship, ministry, and daily life.

💭 Reflection Thought:Am I showing the same faithfulness to others that God has shown to me?

🌿 Simple Agape Practice for October 20

Reach out to someone you haven’t spoken to in a while — offer a word of love or forgiveness.
Write down three things God has remained faithful in this year.
Share encouragement with someone starting their week weary.
Be present — put down your phone and truly listen to the people around you.
Pray tonight for strength to stay faithful in your calling.

🙏 Evening Prayer

Lord, thank You for Your unfailing faithfulness. When I wander, You wait patiently. When I grow weary, You strengthen me.Help me to reflect that same steadfast love toward others.As I rest tonight, fill me with gratitude for Your mercy and faithfulness that never end. Amen. 💜