Monday, July 15, 2019
Good morning, Jesus.
We’re thankful, Lord, that Your love for us does not depend on our performance, or lack thereof. Many people struggle with the concept that people they want or need in their lives will love them depending on their behavior. Some children are taught by those who exert influence over them that, if they are “good,” then they will be loved, but if they are “bad,” they are not worthy and are rejected until they clean up their act.
Thank You, Jesus, that You don’t see us that way. You love for us does not depend on how we act, whether good or bad. If that were true, no one could be saved, for we all have sinned and fallen short of what You require for righteous living (Romans 3:23). But . . . Your faithful love never ends! Your mercies never cease! (Lamentations 3:22). Your love is the same for the unbelievers as for those who follow You and call You Lord. You extend an invitation for all people to come to You, regardless of what they’ve done or haven’t done. You offer Your grace to all who ask You for forgiveness and place their trust in You, Jesus. We’re still far from perfect and we will be Your work in progress until we are perfected with You on the other side. Pity the ones who think they don’t need You, Jesus.
Thank You for loving us like we are, Jesus. Otherwise, we don’t know what we would do.
In Your gracious name, Jesus, Amen!
THANKFUL 
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