Welcome to the NO BS BISHOP, where we're tackling the fine print we often attach to the most important thing in the world: love. On this episode, I'm calling for a no-holds-barred conversation about what it truly means to love without conditions. This isn't about some cheesy ideal; it's about the real, hard work of getting rid of our excuses and embracing a pure, unfiltered love.

Today, I want to talk about getting rid of the fine print of love. It’s time to burn the conditions and live in a world where we simply love. We're often adding conditions to love, like saying, "I'll love you, but I don't approve of your lifestyle." This is nothing but fine print, and it creates speed bumps on our road to loving one another. Jesus commanded us to love, and by this, all people will know we are His disciples. But we, especially us church folks, have gotten in the way with all our rules.

Inspired by a friend, I'll share a profound quote from Les Misérables: "To love another person is to see the face of God." This applies to everyone—even those whose appearances or choices might challenge us. We are all made in the image of God. So, what are you going to do when you see someone with purple hair, piercings, or tattoos? Will you dare to love them and see the face of God, or will you let your fine print get in the way? I'll also share a personal story from a recent trip to Texas, where my wife and I faced a scary moment on the highway. This experience forced me to confront how I respond to fear and whether my actions truly align with the unconditional love I preach. This isn't about easy answers; it's about doing the heavy lifting of love.

Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, and endures all things—that's what 1 Corinthians 13:7 tells us. There's no fine print there. So, join me as we learn to shed our conditions, build healthy boundaries, and practice a genuine, beautiful, and sometimes challenging kind of love. It's time to get rid of the "buts" in our love and simply love, because the biggest mistake we make is thinking we have time. Until next time, be present, be kind, and love more. Love now. Happy trails, y'all.