In this message, Stephen Davey highlights three uncommon expressions of true love that are as rare and precious as a Double Eagle coin: uncommon courtesy, uncommon concern, and uncommon control. Paul writes that love “does not act unbecomingly, does not seek its own, is not provoked.” Davey explains that uncommon courtesy means love behaves with tact, purity, and consideration—never rude or insensitive. In a culture (and church) often marked by selfishness and indecency, believers are called to treat others with Christlike grace and politeness. Uncommon concern reflects love that does not insist on its own way. True love pursues the good of others rather than personal comfort or advantage. Davey contrasts selfishness—the world’s natural law—with the supernatural humility of Christ, who modeled self-sacrifice for others. Finally, uncommon control shows that love refuses to be provoked or easily angered. Instead of reacting with irritation or retaliation, it remains steady under insult and inconvenience. This kind of restraint is not mere self-control but Spirit-control—the evidence of being mastered by Christ. True love, Davey concludes, is not theoretical—it’s practiced daily through courtesy, concern, and control. Though rare, it is the undeniable mark of those who reflect the heart of Christ in a selfish world.
Uncommonly Rare … Undeniably Real
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