Truth: Love of Jesus

I say it often; I love my church. Seriously, the Holy Spirit was speaking strongly and repeatedly to the voids of my heart today, just where I needed it. The LOVE of Jesus was experienced in my heart today. Tears flowed easily. Never ever underestimate the of importance of putting yourself in places where the presence of Jesus lives and moves. The lyric of a song, the words of God read from the Bible or recited from a child of God, to the smile or physical gesture of a brother or sister in Christ – it is the presence of Jesus and it is very real. No one will be able to convince me differently. Once today’s message from my church is posted, expect to see it shared here. In the meantime I share with you some of the snippets of Jesus presence and love that resonated in my heart this morning.

1. As the advent candle was being lit: The anticipation of Jesus – “Hope for the longing people.” My heart was and is longing – Jesus is my hope and can be your hope.
2. Song: Emmanuel (Hallowed Manger Ground)
3. “Jesus loves you like crazy”
4. Beloved means “you are my loved one”. We – you and I are “objects of divine affection” . I John 4: 7.
5. The wrath of God has been satisfied; God is waiting on the porch for you to come home. He’s running to see you and embrace you.
6. Sing to the Love of of God.
7. We have a Good, Good Father!
8. My heart was breaking this morning recognizing that he LOVES me so much yet I sin, I sin horribly. YET, “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness” Lamentations 3: 22-23
9. “May Jesus be our greatest Joy”
10. “Let the love of Christ be your motivating force.” Although I get ensnared by my sin and the choices I have made, His love remains and because of it I get back up and keep on fighting!