And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself.”
He said this to show the kind of death he was going to die. Jn 12:32–33 NIV
Jesus was not compelled to die on the cross. Although he was arrested, he could have escaped. However, he chose to sacrifice his life willingly to bear God's judgement for us.
Jesus was not coerced; he acted out of love. Jesus does not want to force you and me to accept his love and forgiveness. Instead, he desires to win us over through love.
Unlike conscripts in armies who do not obey voluntarily, Jesus does not want any involuntary slaves. He loves you and wants to win your love. True love is always voluntary.
God's love is always active.
So he told them, “My Father is working until now, and I too am working.” Jn 5:17 NET
Are you feeling discouraged or stuck? Where is God?
God is at work in your life even when you feel frustrated. If you ask where God is, it's a sign that God is whispering to your soul. Where does the thought of God come from? From God himself.
Remember that there is a good God who wants to help you, so please don't give up.
Thursday, January 25, 2024
God loves you. You can choose to respond.
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