Lately I have had many things on my mind. I have been using a journal to write down my thoughts, things I want to remember, prayers, and quotes from my devotional for the past 4 months. I have found myself surrounded by the word "Love".
I am amazed at how when something is on your mind, God adds in little reminders everywhere. To name just one, Alumni hall's theme this year is love (specifically 1 Corinthians 13....my favorite Bible passage).
I keep find myself amazed at the unconditional love Christ shows us. Words like "love" and "unconditional" are often thrown around. But, that's not the way with Christ. He tells us that no matter what we do, no matter how we act, no matter which rules we break, no matter what sins we are committing today, He loves us. Unconditionally. I don't know about you, but this is so powerful for me. There is no greater love. God sent His Son to die. For me. A sinner. I am imperfect. I am flawed. I am not worthy. Within this love there is also grace given to us. Christ tells us that even though we haven't done anything to deserve His love, He still died to set us free. The ultimate sacrifice.
Throughout this conviction I have been reading "In a Pit With a Lion on a Snowy Day". Trust me, it is 100% worth the read. I am learning to not run away from my fear and my doubt. Instead, I am chasing that lion because I have no idea where it could be leading me. Some of our most difficult moments lead to some incredible life-changing things. I cannot express how true this has held for me over the past year.
So, in efforts to get back to my homework, I urge you to be courageous and to try to show Christ's unconditional love to someone in your life today.
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