But God, being [so very] rich in mercy, because of His great and wonderful love with which He loved us, even when we were [spiritually] dead and separated from Him because of our sins, He made us [spiritually] alive together with Christ (for by His grace—His undeserved favor and mercy—you have been saved from God’s judgment).
One of the most beautiful things the Bible says is that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us (Romans 5:8). He did not wait for us to deserve His love. He loves us unconditionally.
Because of His great, wonderful, and unconditional love, God poured His life out for us freely. That is revolutionary love—real, incomprehensible love that gives itself away because it can never be satisfied doing anything less.
Never forget, it is God’s unconditional love that draws us to Him, His amazing grace that erases our sin, and His powerful sacrifice that makes a way for us to enter into relationship with Him. Take time in God’s presence today to simply think about how much He loves you!
Prayer of the Day: Father, thank You for loving me unconditionally, even when I don't deserve it. Help me rest in Your amazing love and grow closer to You every day. In Jesus' name, amen.
