We know God loves us through His actions, particularly through the sending of His Son, Jesus Christ, who made atonement for our sins (1 John 4:9-10).
The assurance of God's love is profoundly manifested in the sacrificial act of sending His only Son, Jesus Christ, to be the propitiation for our sins, as mentioned in 1 John 4:9-10. This ultimate act of love assures believers that they are loved and valued by God, as it encapsulates both His justice and mercy. Furthermore, our own experiences of being drawn toward Him and His Word often serve as evidence of His loving engagement with our lives, affirming His continuous presence and care.
Scripture References:
1 John 4:9-10, John 17:24, Ephesians 1:4-5, Lamentations 3:22-23, John 3:16, Romans 8:35-39, Romans 8:16, Romans 5:8, 1 John 4:10, 1 John 4:8, 1 John 4:9, Revelation 3:19, 1 John 4:16, Romans 8:1, 1 John 4:19, Ephesians 1:4, 1 John 3:1, Romans 8:38-39, Psalm 48:9, Ephesians 2:4-5, Zephaniah 3:17, Nahum 1:7, Romans 8:29, 1 John 3:16, 1 Timothy 1:15, Romans 8:32
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