All About Love

In this is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us . . . (1 John 4:10)

The Bible is a love letter, though we may not realize it. From Genesis to the Revelation, the Word is all about love. From the fall of man to the Cross of Christ — from Egypt through the desert to the Promised Land — from Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob to Peter, James, and John – from the snake to the dove – from the glory leaving the temple to the Holy Spirit falling at Pentecost. Yes, from Alpha to Omega it’s all about love. This love finds its perfection in God Himself, and is offered to us in Jesus, who is God Himself — and poured out on us in the Holy Spirit, who is God Himself. Yes, the Bible is all about love and all about God, who is love.

 

. . . not that we loved God . . .

 

It is a wonderful thing to come to God on spiritual terms, and according to His holy love — no longer being led by our emotions and passions. God's love is not dependent on any happenstance or feeling. Love is Who He is, and it is who we become when He dwells in us . . . because He loves us.

 

And my soul shall be joyful in the Lord; it shall rejoice in His salvation. (Psalms 35:9)

 

Let's Pray - Dear Lord, thank You for Your overcoming, overwhelming, redeeming love. Lead me, and I will follow Your example of loving others. In Jesus, Amen.