We know Jesus Christ loves us through His sacrificial death on the cross and His continual intercession for us as our High Priest.
The love of Jesus Christ is most clearly demonstrated through His sacrificial death on the cross, where He willingly laid down His life for His sheep (John 10:11). This act of love fulfills the prophetic words of Isaiah 53:5, stating, 'But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities.' Furthermore, Jesus' love is not a one-time event; He continues to intercede for believers as our High Priest (Hebrews 7:25). In 1 John 4:10, it affirms this love: 'In this is love, not that we have loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.' Thus, His enduring love is evident in both His actions and His ongoing relationship with His people.
Scripture References:
John 10:11, Isaiah 53:5, Hebrews 7:25, 1 John 4:10
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