1. God's love is unconditional."But God shows His love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us." Romans 5:8
The truth of this means that his love is not based on conditions or requirements. It is a love that is freely given, without any expectation of anything in return. God is the embodiment of love and compassion. This love is unconditional. God loves all of us, regardless of our actions. There are no factors that might influence His love as with human judgment.
God's unconditional love is meant to inspire and comfort us. This characteristic reminds us that we are loved and valued no matter what. It's a source of strength and hope, especially during difficult times. Unlike God's love, there are certain conditions that must be met in order to receive His salvation. Just because He first loved us doesn't mean an automatic entrance into Heaven. 2. God's love is sacrificial."Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13
God's love is sacrificial. This means it involves His willingness to give up something valuable. God sent His only Son, Jesus Christ, to the cross at Calvary for our benefit—to pay our sin debt. This is often called atonement, which refers to God's sacrifice of His son. That sacrifice was necessary to pay the penalty for our sins and to reconcile us with a holy God.
We also find in Scripture sacrificial love closely linked to the teachings of Jesus. He sacrificed Himself for the sake of humanity. This sacrificial love is seen as the ultimate expression of God's love for us. It is the central crux of Christian theology. Sacrificial love is an important aspect of God's love. It reflects the truth that love is not just a feeling, but a commitment to putting the needs of others ahead of one's own. 3. God's love is everlasting."I have loved you with an everlasting love... I have continued My faithfulness to you." Jer. 31:3
God's love is everlasting, it's eternal. It's something we can not only experience and enjoy now, on earth. We can experience and enjoy His love for all eternity. God's love is infinite and enduring, extending to all people. His love towards every human being, regardless of their actions or circumstances.
God's everlasting love is frequently mentioned in the Bible. Not only in Jeremiah 31:3 but also in the book of Psalms. There we read, "Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good, for His steadfast love endures forever" (Psalm 136:1). Overall, God's everlasting love is a powerful and comforting characteristic for many believers. It gives hope and reassures us that no matter what happens in life we can always rely on the love and compassion of God. 4. God's love is compassionate."The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love." Psalm 103:8
God's love is compassionate. His compassion is rooted in the truth that He cares deeply for all of His creation. He desires the well-being of every living being. God's love is not just about feelings, but also about action. In the Bible, there are numerous examples of God's compassion toward His people.
God's compassion also implies that God is willing to forgive and show mercy to those who have gone astray. We see this play out in the parable of the prodigal son. There, we read of a father who welcomes home his wayward son with open arms and celebrates his return.
God's compassion is an important aspect of His character. Through it, we see that His love is not just about judgment or punishment. It is also about forgiveness, mercy, and care for all living beings. 5. God's love is transformative."See what kind of love the Father has given us, that we should be called children of God." 1 Jn. 3:1
God's love is transformative. I know that from my own personal experience. Maybe you do too. This transformative love can bring about significant changes in an individual's life. It can create change in behavior, attitude, and perspective.
This transformative love can enable us to overcome negative habits such as addictions. It also gives us the power to forgive others and find peace. Through this transformation, we can also become more compassionate and loving towards others.
Which of these 5 characteristics of God's love are you clinging to most today?
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8 Comments
3/21/2023 10:58:16 am
I appreciate all these characteristics of God's love - so different from the love I often feel. I want to love like He does!
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3/22/2023 05:33:16 am
Jerralea, it's encouraging for me to read when someone writes that they are inspired to love like God does! It's a tall task, right!? The characteristics of His love are truly amazing to me—just like His grace!! :)
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3/21/2023 03:54:50 pm
Thank you for these 5 Characteristics of God's love. Each one is so endearing and lovely.
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3/22/2023 05:45:30 am
You are so very welcome, Deborah!! I'm glad that you find the characteristics of God's love endearing and lovely. I do as well. God's love for us is truly an amazing thing! Just the simple fact that He loved us when we were dead in our sins... GRACE! It is always encouraging to meditate on insights about His love.
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3/21/2023 04:48:55 pm
You had me right with the very first verse - "His steadfast love endures forever." I am grateful this means "no matter what happens in life we can always rely on the love and compassion of God." You encouraged me today with these words!
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3/22/2023 05:51:42 am
Joanne, thank you for sharing!
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3/22/2023 05:56:51 am
Debbie, it's away comforting to be reminded that God's love is unconditional and always available to us. No matter how much we may feel like we fall short, His love is infinite and knows no bounds. We can always turn to Him for guidance, comfort, and support!! :) The word that comes to mind is FAITHFUL. He is FAITHFUL, even when I fall short.
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