His Great Love for Us
Ephesians 2:4–5
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But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ, even when we were dead in our trespasses. It is by grace you have been saved. (Ephesians 2:4–5)
Paul wrote the letter to the Ephesians while he was imprisoned. In this passage, he reminds believers that before they were saved by God’s grace, they were spiritually dead in their sins. But everything changed because of the great love and rich mercy God has for us.
Let the love of God be your anchor, even when life feels uncertain or chaotic. Let the truth of His love keep you steady and secure. Ask God to fill your heart with His love so that you can reflect and share that same love with others. ~ Jeff M Newman
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Be careful how you speak, knowing that you will have to give an account for the words that you have spoken.
Matthew 12:36-37 But I tell you that everyone will have to give account on the day of judgment for every empty word they have spoken. 37 For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.”
Matthew 15:8-11 (NIV) “ ‘These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me. 9 They worship me in vain; their teachings are merely human rules.’ ”10 Jesus called the crowd to him and said, “Listen and understand. 11 What goes into someone’s mouth does not defile them, but what comes out of their mouth, that is what defiles them.” (Luke 6:45)
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That was such a beautiful reminder of God’s great love and mercy Ephesians 2:4-5 truly speaks to my heart that even when we were dead in our sins, God, because of His great love for us, made us alive with Christ. His grace is truly amazing, and His mercy has no limits. It reminds me also of Romans 5:8 which says, But God demonstrates His own love for us in this While we were still sinners Christ died for us. What a powerful truth to hold on to, especially in times when life feels uncertain His love is constant, unchanging, and life-giving.
Brother Jeff, thank you so much for continually sharing the Word and encouraging believers all around the world. Your teachings and devotions have been such a blessing and a source of strength for me I humbly ask you to please keep our ministry here in India in your prayers I am a young preacher serving children and families in rural areas, sharing the gospel and the love of Jesus As Christmas is approaching, we are praying to bless our children with small gifts and a special meal to remind them of God’s love. Please pray that the Lord will provide what we need for this celebration and that many hearts will be touched by the message of Christ’s birth Thank you once again for your faithful service to the Lord May He continue to bless your ministry and fill you with His wisdom and strength to reach many more for His glory.