A Perfect Kind of Love

 

     A perfect kind of love, an unconditional kind of love, a sacrificial kind of love, a God in human form kind of love, a suffering servant kind of love, a heaven-sent kind of love. All of the above have been given to us, even while we were still sinners.

But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: while we were still sinners Christ died for us. Romans 5:8

     Turning 65 puts life in perspective. I recognize the fact that I have many more years in my past than in my future. I pray that age brings wisdom and an acknowledgment of what is most important in the years ahead. I understand I have the perfect love of Christ with me and within me. He gives all of us purpose.

     Living in relationship with Jesus should cause each of us to look and act more and more like Him. Have I changed in my attitude toward others? Am I acting out in love? Do I need to be right or can I humble myself to listen to the needs of others? Do my family, friends and neighbors know Jesus? Am I praying for those not yet in His family?

    Only those things we do for the kingdom of God will travel with us into heaven. We won’t be playing harps and sitting on clouds forever. We will have so much to do and we will have the entire universe as our playground. Focus on Jesus. He will give you the answers to this life and the life to come. His perfect love is yours for eternity. Let’s put our lives into His hands and walk in hope and grace for the benefit of others. His perfect love is ours into our old age.

Even to your old age and gray hairs I am He. I am He who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you. I will sustain you and I will rescue you. Psalm 16:4

Jesus,

Teach us Your wisdom. Teach us the vital lessons we need in order to live a life of purpose. Show us what is most important to You. Help us to leave a legacy of love. Thank You for being with us as long as we live.

Amen