Love: God's Ultimate Gift!

John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son, that whosoever believes in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Every February 14th, couples around the world celebrate their love for each other. Romance is in the air around that time of year, while many think of it as love, but it oftentimes a season full of sin and lust. Cards of affection are sold worldwide for that special someone, or at least for that day. Chocolate dipped strawberries, teddy bears with hearts, candlelight dinners, and the sweet sound of music are all a part of the Valentine’s Day celebration. That special necklace, dazzling earrings, or diamond ring are just some of the things that people give to the ones they adore. They use this day to say in many ways rather it be real or fake, “I LOVE YOU!”

 

God gave us a gift too. He gave us the most precious gift that anyone could ever receive and this gift was of the real nature. It was a gift that no one else could give. He longed for His people to be one with Him without the divided wall, which was built, due to the act of sin. He wanted us to once again be able to be in His presence. God desired to walk with man and have a intimate relationship with Him. However, He knew that this would not be possible unless He was willing to give the Ultimate Gift.

That gift required a major sacrifice. It required something that man could not do on his own. It required God to do supernatural things for an undeserving people. People who were not even guaranteed to return the love back to Him. However, that did not stop God. He was willing to risk it all just for the sake of one soul. That gift was His son. That Gift required Him to send His one and only beloved son from heaven into the pits of hell. He had to watch as His son would go through the cruelest treatment from the very people that He was trying to save.Yet, God still made the selfless decision to save mankind. 

Jesus was that gift. He didn’t come wrapped in fancy attire. He didn’t have on gold and silver. Yet, He was more valuable than precious gems and stones. There was no monetary value that could be placed upon him. Jesus, the son of God, the Ruler and Redeemer of the world died in our place, so that we may inherit the kingdom of God. What a Gift to all. 

          I encourage you to accept Jesus into your heart today. It’s a FREE and wonderful gift to all. He loves you and cares deeply about you. He is always there and will never leave or forsake you. People leave, but Jesus never will. Just invite Him into your heart and accept His love for you.