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"في علاقتنا مع الله لا يمكننا أن نكسب محبته؛ علينا أن نستجيب لها"

Jerry Bridges

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When it comes to our connection with God, it's important to know that we don't have to work to make Him love us. Think of it like the unconditional love a parent has for their child. Parents love their children just because they are their children, not because the kids did anything special to deserve it. In the same way, God's love for us is natural and doesn’t depend on us doing good deeds or being perfect. Instead of trying to earn God's love, we should focus on appreciating and responding to it. This is like when someone gives you a gift not because you did something to earn it, but simply because they care about you. Your job then is to accept the gift with gratitude and maybe do something nice in return, not because you have to, but because you want to show your appreciation. In everyday life, this means that we can find comfort knowing that we’re loved no matter what. We can then act out of love and kindness, not because we think it will make God love us more, but because we are grateful for the love we already have. This understanding can bring a sense of peace and help us build a more genuine and loving relationship with God and with others.

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Christianity Divine love Faith Grace Religion Spiritual growth Theology Unconditional love
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