“The Lord appeared to us in the past, saying: ‘I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.'” (Jeremiah 31:3)
Ever feel unloved? People making you sad or angry? Are you sick of selfish ambitions? Go to God. He loves us deeply and forever, and is unfailingly kind.
Most of us, I believe, have not experienced this kind of love and kindness in life. At least I haven’t. We don’t know what it feels like, or even whether to trust it or not. I need an everlasting love. There is but One who can fulfill that perfectly, and that Person is Jesus.
“Is anyone among you suffering? Then he must pray. Is anyone cheerful? He is to sing praises. Is anyone among you sick? Then he must call for the elders of the church and they are to pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.” James 5:13-14
So, not only does God love us deeply and forever, but He tells us what to do when we are suffering. That is a part of His love for us. He does not want us to suffer; therefore, He gives us these instructions.
Do we trust God? Can we hand our hearts up to Him? Can we finally learn to trust? I think we can! How can we avoid such a love? How can we say no to true love? Something some of us don’t yet understand!
Praise Him who is able to do more than we can ask or even imagine!
Prayer: Dear Lord Jesus, Thank You for loving us so. Let us learn to love the way You do. Let there be unity in the Spirit, love for the brethren, and of course a deep love of you. Let us follow all the commandments in this: For I command you today to love the Lord your God, to walk in obedience to him, and to keep his commands, decrees and laws, and love your neighbor as yourself. Thank You, Lord. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
About the Author:
Wendy Spurling lives in Northeastern Massachusetts. She lives alone, but is surrounded by friends. She loves writing, reading, and using the computer. She loves American Sign Language! Most of all, though, she loves the Lord. If you need to be saved, and are ready for it, please contact her at inhim4life@comcast.net and she will help you. Please also feel free to email with any questions or concerns.
This devotion really touched my heart today. I was feeling lonely and uncared for, tired of no one else caring about what the house looked like and feeling like I was the only one who had any interest to keep it up when it was finally straightened up. I may still feel the same way but after reading this devotion some how it doesn’t matter as much! I realize that God loves me no matter what and if I really want something bad enough that I am the one responsible to go to God and if it is supposed to be that way, then he will help me make it happen or just give me peace in the current situation. Praise God!!
Wendy: Thanks for talking about God’s love today; “true love”! The only “true love” comes from Him. “unconditional love” has become a cliche, but when we get an idea of what that really means, it’s totally amazing.
So many of us have been disappointed with family members and/or friends who have hurt or neglected us. Our expectations are so often damaging to our souls. But God, who IS love, continues to care about and for His children no matter what we do, think or say. What could be more wonderful than that?
Blessings to you Wendy.
Wendy: You left a wonderfully inspiring message regarding God’s love. How easy it is for us to forget that in our daily lives. During good times and the painful times His love is there and you reminded me of that.
Thanks and God Bless.
Wendy:
Thank you again for the nice writing about God’s love.
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