Why We Need the Lord

 

By Andrea Merrell

We love Him because He first loved us.

1 John 4:19 NKJV

 

Many times over the years, I’ve tried to share my faith with the man who used to be my stepfather. His typical reply has always been, “I’m proud of you and admire what you have, but it’s just not for me. I’m good.”

Too many people miss out on a personal relationship with the Lord because they think they’re already good enough or they have too much to give up—and because they don’t realize the benefits. There are too many to count, but let’s look at a few:

• An amazing, unconditional, and never-ending love.
• Acceptance and approval.
• Peace and joy.
• Godly wisdom, knowledge, and understanding.
• Protection.
• Provision.
• Healing.
• Mercy and grace.
• A friend who sticks closer than a brother.
• His strength made perfect in our weakness.
• An eternal home in heaven in His presence.

In 1 John we read, “We love Him because He first loved us.” We love Him for who He is and because He sent His Son to redeem us. But that love is filled with benefits that far outweigh anything we might have to “give up.”

We can never be good enough to earn God’s love or His free gift of salvation. All we have to do is accept it. If you haven’t said yes to Him, do it today. It will be the best decision you’ve ever made.

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