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How do we know God's love is special?

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God’s love is demonstrated uniquely through Christ, as seen in Malachi 1:2-3, where He states, 'I have loved Jacob, but I have hated Esau.'

In Malachi 1:2-3, God reveals His sovereign love by choosing Jacob over Esau, emphasizing that His love operates on divine grace rather than human merit. This highlights a crucial aspect of God’s love; it's not universal in the same way but is distinct for those He has chosen in Christ. This divine selection showcases a particular affection that poses a stark contrast to the general benevolence extended to all. Without this understanding, one may mistakenly believe that God’s love is unconditional in every circumstance, which dilutes the biblical reality of His specific, redemptive love.
Scripture References: Malachi 1:2-3

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