How do we know that Christ loves His church?

The love of Christ for His church is most clearly shown through His sacrificial death on the cross, where He gave Himself to redeem a people for His own. As Paul emphasizes, Christ loved the church and gave Himself for her (Ephesians 5:25). This is not just an abstract love; it is a deep, personal commitment to nurture, protect, and bless His people. The church, described as the body of Christ, is where believers experience His grace and community. Christ’s continual presence in the church, especially where two or three gather in His name, affirms His love and intentions to bless His people. This covenant love showcases how integral the church is in revealing His glory and fulfilling His purpose for creation.