John 15:12-14
Perhaps the most intense love and protective instinct in the
experience of mankind is that of parents toward their children. There is little
that most mothers or fathers wouldn't do for a baby. If a truck posed a threat
to the little one, it wouldn't surprise us if they jumped in front of the
moving vehicle without a second thought.
Wouldn't you like to be cared for with this kind of
intensity? You are. In fact, the Lord's love toward you is far deeper and more
secure than that of even the most caring, tuned-in human parent. And what God
did for us is proof. Romans 5:8 says that while we were living in disobedience,
He sent His only Son to die on the cross for us.
Think about a father giving up his child for people who
choose to rebel against him. What a tremendous sacrifice and cost! Jesus' death
took the place of the punishment that we deserved. If we accept this gift and decide
to follow God, He no longer sees us as guilty. Rather, He justifies us, makes
us righteous, and changes our ultimate destiny: instead of facing everlasting
separation from Him, we will enjoy His presence eternally. What's more,
almighty God adopts us as His children forever. Our heavenly Father guides,
protects, and counsels us as we walk through life—and promises us that we are secure
in Him throughout eternity.
How incredible that the Creator of the universe would love
you and me in this way! Do you know and experience the security and sweetness
of His care? Gratitude and praise should flow from your heart. In turn, love
others deeply out of thankfulness for the love that you have received.
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