“This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. This is love: not that we love God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. (1 John 4:9-10 NIV).
God’s unparalleled love for humanity is demonstrated through Jesus Christ, for God’s love is not merely an abstract concept but an active one. God showed His love by sending His Son, Jesus, into the world so that humanity could have eternal life through Him. He loved us first and demonstrated it through Jesus’ sacrifice. God’s love is proactive and selfless, setting the standard for us on how to understand and live out love.
Live in the light of God’s love and let it transform your actions and relationships. Take time each day to thank God for His love and the gift of Jesus’ sacrifice. Spend time to meditate on Jesus’ sacrifice; let it deepen your appreciation for God’s love and inspire you to live in obedience and faith.
Look for opportunities to demonstrate selfless love by helping a neighbour, lending a hand to someone in need, or simply offering words of encouragement. Just as God loved us while we were still sinners, extend forgiveness to others, even when it is difficult. Treat family, friends, and even strangers with patience and compassion, following the example of God’s love shown through Christ. Make it a habit to pray for those who need to experience God’s love. Participate in outreach programs and personally share the message of God’s love with those needing salvation, either through conversations, acts of kindness, or inviting them to worship.
Rev. Moses Abayomi Sodeinde
