Let brotherly love continue, as it should be a significant part of a Christian's life. The term brotherly love, translated from the Greek word philadelphia, combines philéō, meaning "I love," and adelphós, meaning "brother," guiding us to show godly affection to our brothers and sisters. Have patience with one another, being completely humble and gentle, bearing with one another in love. Our heavenly Father sets the perfect example with His extreme patience toward us, and we must trust Him to handle spiritual correction while we support each other in His love. Be hospitable, contributing to the needs of the saints and seeking to show friendliness, generosity, and kindness, especially to those of the household of faith. Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Be an inspiration by considering how to stir up one another to love and good works. Faithfully setting a good example motivates others, showing faith and relying on the power of God to persevere through trials and overcome sins. Love as brethren, treating each other as members of the same spiritual Family with exceptional care, even beyond physical family ties. Live in harmony, be sympathetic, compassionate, and humble, sharing in both suffering and joy as true brothers and sisters through His Spirit. Be a source of encouragement, building one another up. Encouragement imparts courage to those battling self-doubt or discouragement, and as humans, we all need this support regardless of age or position. Outdo others in doing good, being helpful and kind in response to all Christ has done for us. Seek to set the best examples in expressing God's love through words and deeds, treating others with the brotherly love we desire within the fellowship of the church. Let us love and serve each other with our whole hearts, becoming a church of brotherly love.

We ought to lay down our lives for our friends, as God expects it of us. Since the death of Jesus Christ, many true Christians have sacrificed their lives for their fellow-members of God's church and their greatest Friends, God the Father and Jesus Christ. Jesus tells us that we are His friends if we keep His commandments, and thus we may call Him our Friend. There is a profound way to lay down our lives by crucifying our old, sinful selves with Christ and living brand-new lives as Christians, allowing Jesus Christ to live His life through us. Just as Jesus' life is totally dedicated to loving and serving His Father and His brethren in the church, so must our new life be given and spent in loving service. Jesus commands us to love one another as He has loved us, declaring that by this love all will know we are His disciples. We must ask ourselves not only if we would give our physical life for our friends or sacrifice our life for God as Jesus Christ did for us, but if we are laying down our life for them on a daily basis. Greater love has no man than this!

In the Olivet Prophecy of Matthew 24, Jesus Christ warns that because lawlessness will abound, the love of many will grow cold, yet he who endures to the end shall be saved. This love, known as agape, is a dutiful, submissive, and obedient love that is first shown toward God through adherence to His law, and toward others through sacrifice. Distinct from brotherly love, which is fraternal affection, agape love has a moral core rather than an emotional one. When lawlessness increases, this agape love diminishes, indicating a breakdown in the relationship with God, which is the source of such love. Brotherly love, or philadelphia, represents a fraternal affection, a fondness or affection for others. While it remains a vital aspect of human relationships, it differs from agape, as it does not necessarily involve the same level of dutiful obedience or sacrifice. Even when brotherly love persists with kindness and human affection, the cooling of agape love due to lawlessness reveals a deeper spiritual decline. This distinction highlights that the presence of brotherly love alone cannot compensate for the loss of agape love, which is rooted in a relationship with God. As relationships with God wane, even the expression of brotherly love may be affected, though it can still be present. The challenge lies in recognizing that all love, including brotherly affection, is shown imperfectly by God's children. Each individual reflects facets of God's love differently, and brotherly love may manifest in varied ways, not always aligning with personal expectations. Therefore, patience and endurance are required to appreciate and sustain brotherly love amidst the imperfections and differences in its expression.

As a band of Christian brothers, we are called to face adversities together, united under the leadership of Jesus Christ. We are not called to a life of passive comfort but to be soldiers in His army, enduring spiritual hardships just as soldiers endure physical battles. Like the men of Easy Company who depended on each other in foxholes, we must rely on one another, strengthening each other despite being separated by miles. We are bonded through the Spirit of God, a bond that calls us to sacrifice for one another and build unity, not division. God unifies us, knitting us together as a body where each member promotes growth through love and service. From the moment of baptism, we become brothers in arms in this spiritual conflict, encouraged by the faith God builds in us and ready to serve each other. Our Savior stands with us, ensuring we do not stand alone, no matter the trials or difficulties we face. We are to stand together as one, enduring hardships with patience and a vision of the Kingdom of God, glorifying Him in the process. Suffering through trials alongside our brethren helps us grow both individually and collectively, maturing us to become more like Him.