This powerful message explores the story of Joseph and reveals a profound truth: real love is not found in grand gestures or fleeting emotions, but in the costly, quiet decisions we make when our hearts are breaking.Through Joseph’s journey, we step into the tension of a man whose world was turned upside down, yet who chose mercy over revenge, obedience over comfort, and faithfulness over self-protection. His story challenges us to ask hard questions about our own lives. Where is love costing us something right now? Are we guarding dignity when trust has been damaged? Are we choosing restraint before reacting publicly to our pain?This teaching honestly acknowledges that staying in love—with God, with others, and with our calling—requires us to carry weight. Love is not an effortless glide forward; it is often the slow climb, burden in hand, when quitting would be easier. Yet Scripture reminds us that heaven sees what others don’t: our quiet obedience, unseen sacrifices, and faithful choices made in private.Ultimately, Joseph’s story points us to Jesus, who bore shame He did not deserve, stood in our place, and showed us that love always acts—even when it is devastatingly hard. We are not called to earn God’s love through obedience, but to respond to the love we have already received—a love so costly it went all the way to the cross.——Pastor Rob KropfDecember 21, 2025The Harbour Church—— Take a Step: Follow Jesus: ⁠https://t.ly/9kAq ⁠Request Prayer: ⁠https://t.ly/m474 ⁠—— Stay Connected: Website: ⁠https://theharbourchurch.com⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://t.ly/erB4 ⁠Instagram: ⁠https://t.ly/7ZBq ⁠Newsletter: ⁠https://t.ly/ILDt⁠#theharbourchurch churchonline #kincardine #experiencelife #liveincommunity #discoverpurpose #makeadifference #jesuschangeseverything #christmas #advent #waiting #love