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The Gate — J Calaway — Make Today Count -- Bold Love

Feb 2, 2026


“Bold love doesn’t wait to be understood—it chooses to love first and trust God with the outcome.”


Key Truth

Bold love is not based on comfort, clarity, or control—it is rooted in obedience and trust in God.


Scripture Focus

Romans 5:8

God loved us first—before understanding, repentance, or agreement.

Luke 6:32–35

Bold love goes beyond convenience and expectation.

Proverbs 3:5–6

Trust God with the outcome instead of leaning on understanding.

Luke 23:34

Jesus modeled bold love by forgiving before being understood.

1 Corinthians 16:14

Everything we do is to be done in love.


Key Takeaways

Bold love moves first, not last.

Love is a choice, not a reaction.

Obedience matters more than outcomes.

Trusting God frees us from controlling results.

The cross proves love is sacrificial, not passive.


Make Today Count — Challenge

Who are you waiting to understand you before you love them fully?

This week, choose one intentional act of bold love:

Forgive without an apology

Serve without recognition

Love without guarantees


When You Obey God. Love boldly. and Trust Him with the outcome, You will automatically Make Today Count!