Called to Priesthood

Everyone wants to feel loved, special and valued. It’s the core of our humanity. Humans are created to love and be loved. No human can really function to the best of their abilities on their own.

Have you ever felt unloved, unseen and unappreciated? Perhaps you grew up in a household full of chaos, abuse and violence. Perhaps you are still healing from old wounds and traumas. Maybe someone you loved and valued disappointed you which left you shattered and hopeless. Or maybe you look at the world in which we live today and feel hopeless when you think about the violence, hate, racism and discrimination.

Well, I have good news for you today about a God that loves you so much. “This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.” 1 John‬ ‭4‬:‭9‬-‭10‬ ‭NIV‬

Jesus Christ loves you, Jesus is God who came in human form to die for all our sins so we can be reconciled to God. In fact, God is the definition of love – there is no love without God. God’s love is dependable, unconditional, pure, true, sacrificial and everlasting.

Personally, I have experienced the love of God over and over again in my life. God has proved to me over and over again through his word- the Holy Bible that he loves me so much. Great news is that he loves you too, no matter your past, your present, your circumstances, your finances, your race or background. None of that matters when it comes to the love God has for us.

“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans‬ ‭8‬:‭38‬-‭39‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Some believe God’s love is based on performance—what we do and how well we do it. But the truth is, we can never attain flawless perfection. The good news? We don’t have to—because God’s love is not earned; it is given by grace (Romans 5:8). However, God’s grace is not a license to live however we please. Instead, it calls us to a life of obedience and gratitude (Titus 2:11-12). Jesus’ command to “be perfect” (Matthew 5:48) is about growing in spiritual maturity, not being without fault. When we truly understand God’s love and grace, it transforms us and compels us to live a life that honors Him.

We see God’s love everywhere, in the air we breathe, in the beautiful sky, the roar of the ocean waves amongst other beautiful landscapes and creatures. God is magnificent—God has demonstrated his love by comforting us in suffering, daily provisions, and answered prayers amongst others.

We know the world we live in is evil and bad things happen. Perhaps you are asking if God loves me so much why am I suffering so much, does God love my suffering? The answer is no, the world we live in is fallen due to sin and disobedience to God. God uses the suffering and trials to serve his greater purpose. I would dive deeper in another blog post as regards this. So many people — Christians and non-Christians are plagued with this question. However, we know that despite the sufferings, God’s love is still present and abundant. 

However, you need to accept this love, through the gift of Salvation through Jesus Christ. If you are given a gift and you don’t receive and accept it, it’s not truly yours.

Accepting the love of God enables access for you to discover your purpose and accomplish your purpose. If you are ready to accept the love of God through Jesus Christ, please say this prayer below with me.

Prayer

Dear God, thank you for your love, thanks for sending your son to die in the cross of Calvary for my sins, I believe Jesus Christ rose again on the third day. I acknowledge I am a sinner and in need of repentance, please forgive me of all my sins, wash me in your precious blood. Turn my heart away from my old life and help me to live a life surrendered to you. Fill me with your Holy Spirit to lead me always. Thank you for saving me and giving me abundant life, in Jesus precious name I Pray, amen.

Remember that even if you don’t feel God’s love you can always put your trust in him. 

Kindly comment, share, drop a question or a related bible verse for further encouragement.

Yours truly in Christ,

Blessing.