by Pastor Ken and Joyverse
By this we know love, because he laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for the brothers.
Take a moment to stop and think about the unfathomable love of Jesus who died on the cross for you.
The only reason He endured the humiliation, pain, misery, and horror was because He loved you more than anything else. Jesus didn’t want to live for eternity without you.
If you were the only sinner on the planet, Jesus would have suffered and died just to save you. Because of His death, everything we endure on Earth is only temporary.
It is difficult for us to understand the depth of what He did.
The more fully you understand the love of Jesus, the closer you will be to Him. Understanding the magnitude of His sacrifice will inspire you to have a personal and intimate relationship with Him. As this relationship grows and matures you begin to think and act like Jesus — even being willing to give up your own plans for your life so others will have a chance to know Jesus the way you do.
Live life the way Jesus did — for our heavenly Father and for others.
How can I develop a more Christ-like character so others will see Jesus’ reflection in me?
Dear God, Thank You for showing me how I should live through Jesus Christ. Please guide my life so I can reflect His character in all I do and say. Give me the courage and faith to dedicate my life to others because I know Jesus is my life and resurrection. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.