CWW Week 1 - Day 1 - God Is Love

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Devotions, God Is Love
Today’s Devotion Spoken…

Title: God is Love: A Devotional Reflection

Scripture: 1 John 4:8 (NIV) – “Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.”

Introduction:

My own life and the selfish way I lived seared my character so much that I no longer felt that I deserved anyone’s love, especially Gods. And yet that’s what I needed most to bring me back from the edge. We were created to love and be loved, and without it, there is no purpose.

I always craved my own fathers love and it always seemed to allude me until I took a journey through his past. I now realise that my father loved me so much that he realised the need to be tough on me when I needed it. It was as hard for him as it was for me but he rose to the challenge. He proved his love by taking a chance he would lose me. Greater love hath no man. Thanks Dad.

God’s Nature Revealed in Love:

The Scriptures declare unequivocally: “God is love.” These three simple words hold within them a revelation so profound that it can shape the very essence of our understanding of God. Love is not just an attribute of God; it is His very essence, the core of His being. Every act of kindness, every gesture of mercy, every moment of compassion is a manifestation of His love.

Love’s Perfect Expression:

In the life of Jesus Christ, we see the epitome of God’s love. His birth, life, teachings, death, and resurrection—all were driven by love. Jesus walked among us, not as a distant deity, but as a friend, a healer, and a saviour. His love knew no bounds, reaching out to the marginalised, the broken, and the lost.

Our Response:

As recipients of God’s boundless love, we are called to reflect it in our lives. Love becomes our defining characteristic, the lens through which we view the world and relate to others. We love because He first loved us (1 John 4:19). In our homes, workplaces, and communities, we are called to be beacons of God’s love, illuminating the darkness with acts of kindness, forgiveness, and grace.

Challenges and Blessings:

Living out God’s love is not always easy. In a world marred by sin and brokenness, we may face ridicule, rejection, and persecution. Yet, in the midst of trials, God’s love sustains us, empowering us to persevere and to love even when it seems most difficult. And in the process, we discover the profound joy and fulfilment that comes from being channels of His love.

Conclusion:

As we journey through life, let us never forget the profound truth encapsulated in the words, “God is love.” May His love guide our steps, transform our hearts, and inspire us to love others as He has loved us. And in this love, may we find our truest purpose and deepest fulfilment.

Let us pray:

Heavenly Father,

Thank you for the unfathomable depth of your love—a love that knows no bounds, no conditions. Help us to experience and reflect your love in all that we do. Fill us with your Spirit so that we may love others as you have loved us. May your love shine brightly through us, drawing others into the warmth and embrace of your eternal love.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

In reflecting on the boundless love of God, may we find solace, inspiration, and renewed purpose in our journey of faith.

Questions.

In what ways do you need God’s love in your life?

Do you feel unworthy of God’s love or anyones for that matter?

What changes do you need to make to be able to accept love?

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