God is Love

Now before the Feast of the Passover, when Jesus knew that his hour had come to depart out of this world to the Father, having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end. John 13:1

Today's text reminds us of the deep and unfailing love that Jesus has for us, His beloved children. As we read these words, we are reminded that Jesus knew what lay ahead for Him - betrayal, denial, and, ultimately, a painful death on the cross. Yet, despite all this, He continued to love His disciples with an undying, unconditional love.

The verse reaffirms God's love for His people. Just as He loved His disciples to the end, He continues to love us today. As the psalmist wrote,

Your steadfast love, O LORD, extends to the heavens, your faithfulness to the clouds. Psalm 36:5

As we reflect on this verse, we are invited to receive and bask in the love of Jesus. When we feel alone or struggle with life's challenges, we can turn to Jesus and find comfort, strength, and hope in His love.

Dear Church, let us take a moment to meditate on John 13:1 and allow the love of Jesus to wash over us. May His love fill our hearts and overflow into the lives of those around us as we seek to love others in the same way that He has loved us.