RECOGNIZE AND RESPOND TO GOD'S LOVE

To remain in God's love, we need to appreciate how Jehovah has shown his love for us.  Think of some of the Bible teachings you have learned with the aid of this book. As the Creator, Jehovah has given us the earth as our delightful home. He has filled it with abundant food and water, natural resources, fascinating animal life, and beautiful scenery.  As the Author of the Bible, God has revealed his name and his qualities to us.  Moreover, his Word reveals that the sent his own beloved Son  to the earth, allowing Jesus to suffer and die for us. (John 3:16) And what does that gift mean for us?  It gives us hope for a wonderful future.  

Our hope for the future also depends on something else that God has done. Jehovah has established a heavenly government, The Messianic Kingdom.  It will soon bring an end to all suffering and will make the earth a paradise.  Just think! We can live there in peace and happiness forever.  (Psalm 37:29) Meanwhile, God has given us guidance on how to live  in the best way possible right now.  He has also given us the gift of prayer, an  open line of communication with him.  These are just a few of the ways that Jehovah has shown love for mankind in general and for you as an individual. 

The vital question for you to consider is this:  How will I respond to Jehovah's love?  Many will say,  "Well, I need to love Jehovah in return."  Is that how you feel? Jesus said that this command is the greatest of ll: "You must love Jehovah your God with your whole heart and with your whole soul and with your whole mind." (Matthew 22:37) You certainly have many reasons to love Jehovah God.  But is feeling that you have such love all that is involved in loving Jehovah with your whole heart, soul, and mind?

Next time: Conclusion of: RECOGNIZE AND RESPOND TO GOD'S LOVE  

From the Book: What Does the Bible Really  Teach? 2005 and 2006