John 3:16 - The Story of Love

Deep down in each of us, we all have a need to be loved by someone. Often when human love fails us, we accept the idea that God’s love is no different than this human love and that He will fail us too. Here's the problem, humans cannot possibly reflect a perfect idea of what true love is. In order to recognize and understand God's unfailing love, you and I will have to set aside our experiences and personal views.
This video is a bit long, but so worth watching!  It is just a small example of the love Jesus and His Father have for each one of us!!

He died...let this story sink in for a moment. You and I heard the story of "Jesus dying on the cross" to the point where we have  often lost sight of what it really means. Until we realize God's love, we will never be able to handle earthly relationships God's way.
God loves you…
The biblical account of His death on the cross wasn't a fairytale experience, it was a selfless act of love and sacrifice for YOU.. Jesus Christ labored for you at the cross and literally gave His life so that you might live. His Spirit of love has been planted in your heart and now you have the privilege of learning what it means to love Him back! He promises that we will find Him when we search with all our hearts. Are you pursuing God will all your heart or do your earthly relationships take first place?  
Can you have discernment in your friendships and relationships if you aren't daily experiencing a deep relationship with God first? It isn't possible! 
I would encourage you to read through the gospel accounts of the death and resurrection of Jesus. Also, read Isaiah 53.
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His is the ultimate story of love!

Comments

  1. Saleslady371March 17, 2015 at 4:33 PM

    I agree. It isn't possible to have healthy relationships with people unless ours is healthy with the Lord first. We're so loved by Him and that's the key to loving others with a healthy love!

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    1. cairncottageMarch 19, 2015 at 11:07 AM

      Absolutely!! The love of God is like nothing else! Thanks for stopping by.

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  2. Laurie CollettMarch 17, 2015 at 5:36 PM

    Amen! There is no greater love. Linked up with you at Tell Me a Story -- hope you'll stop by for a visit!
    God bless,
    Laurie
    http://savedbygracebiblestudy.blogspot.com/

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    1. cairncottageMarch 19, 2015 at 11:09 AM

      I'm just gettIng the chance now to read all the comments here.(Been quite a crazy week!) I will stop over, though, Laurie. Blessings, Ann

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  3. UnknownMarch 18, 2015 at 5:41 AM

    Loved the video. It's so true until we realize the depth of God's love, we can't realize we can't realize earthly relationships in a Godly way.

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    1. cairncottageMarch 19, 2015 at 11:10 AM

      Yep! God's love is beyond description. Thanks for hopping over and watching.

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  4. caryjoMarch 18, 2015 at 7:31 PM

    As usual, you have a lot of blessed ways to share re: our Lord. That's all that counts for the reality of the Lord-loving in this world. Thank you for doing your God-job. ;-)

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    1. cairncottageMarch 19, 2015 at 11:12 AM

      Oh, thank you, caryjo! I don't think I could do anything else, without talking about God's love! You are a blessing, as well.

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  5. a joyful noiseMarch 19, 2015 at 4:05 PM

    Jesus knew his death had to be and it had to be the way it was. I believe the agreement for this was before time began and Jesus was willing because HE loved us and knew there was NO other way for us to be saved. Thank you for sharing your awesome post with us here at “Tell Me a Story.”

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  6. a joyful noiseMarch 19, 2015 at 4:08 PM

    That video is an awesome story and quite a tear jerker!

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