Sripture
Think how much the Father loves us . He lets is be called His children, as we truly are.
Observation
How great is the love of God. He lavishes His love upon us. He calls us His children.
what does it mean to be to be a child of God?
* it means He loves us as a father or mother loves their child.
* it means our identity is found in Him
* it means we are no longer orphans as we are adopted into His family
* it means we have a home- a place to belong
Application
Where do I look for identity? For affirmation? For belonging?
Many look to institutions or groups- family, work, church, social grouops, internet groups.
It is God who, in Jesus, provides for our every need.
He loves us as nobody else can.
He knows us as nobody else can.
Don't look to people for love- they will only disappoint you. God will nev er let you down or fail you.
Prayer
Thank you Lord for your unfathomable love, love that never runs out. Thank you that you will never disappoint me. Help me to always see my true place in you.
Some awesome message!
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