The Love Journal

At Love First Denver, we believe God’s love and mercy are renewed each morning (Lamentations 3:22–23). Through stories, reflections, and practical ideas, The Love Journal explores how ordinary encounters can create meaningful relationships, strengthen communities, and nurture emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being. Our purpose is to reflect Christ by listening with compassion, engaging with grace, encouraging with hope, and loving one another—first.

It was never about stamps.

The other morning, I stopped by Denver’s main post office to purchase three rolls of stamps. I was second in line, but the customer ahead of me spent nearly twenty-five minutes conducting business at the counter. As the line grew longer, so did everyone’s frustration. One man began making comments to the postal clerk and other customers, but no one responded. I remained patient by keeping a positive attitude. Trust me when I say I was praying under my breath, "Lord, give me p

Daniel Patrick

Aug 262 min read