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True Love Views Us As A Masterpiece

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In a world that often emphasizes flaws and imperfections, Ephesians 2:10 offers a refreshing perspective on true love. This verse reminds us that we are like masterpieces created by God’s hand, each of us uniquely designed for a purpose.

Ephesians 2:10 says, “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.”

this means that we are special creations, made by God with a purpose in mind. True love, as described in this verse, sees us as valuable and significant.

This idea of being a masterpiece transforms how we view ourselves and others. Instead of focusing on our flaws, Ephesians invites us to see the beauty in the way we are made. True love, according to this perspective, acknowledges and cherishes the uniqueness in each of us.

Understanding ourselves as masterpieces, according to Ephesians, also means recognizing the purpose behind our existence. We are not accidents; we are intentionally crafted to contribute goodness to the world. True love encourages us to embrace our talents and use them for positive impact.

This concept of true love extends beyond romantic relationships. It influences how we treat ourselves and others, fostering an environment of acceptance and encouragement. Ephesians encourages us to build relationships based on the idea that each person is a masterpiece with a purpose.

In a world that often undermines self-worth, Ephesians 2:10 speaks directly to the heart, teaching us to see ourselves through the lens of true love. When we grasp the idea that we are masterpieces, designed with intention and purpose, we begin to appreciate the beauty within ourselves and others. True love, as Ephesians describes, invites us to live out the good things that were planned for us from the beginning.

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Does God Care About Me?

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Sometimes we feel insignificant as if we don’t even matter. In the vastness of the world, we are merely a face in the crowd or a number in the system, so we begin to wonder if we matter. Does anyone realize I’m here? Does anyone really care about my concerns and needs? Do I matter? Does God care about me?

The Bible teaches the answer is a resounding YES!

Jesus says in Luke 12:6-7:

6 “What is the price of five sparrows—two copper coins[b]? Yet God does not forget a single one of them. 7 And the very hairs on your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are more valuable to God than a whole flock of sparrows.

Think of Jesus’ words this way. Not one bird, though worth only a fraction of a penny, falls from the sky without the Lord knowing and caring, and our value is much higher. We do not have to fear the Lord does not care for us. He does! The Lord cares about us enough that he knows everything about us.

I don’t know how many hairs I have on my head, but the Lord does.

The Lord cares about us so much that he gave us the gift of grace. As you experience the vastness of the world today, remember, the Lord knows you and cares for you.

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Set Free

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A crowd was gathered and Jesus was teaching. We are unaware of the topic; it could have been compassion or anxiety. We just don’t know. As he was talking, the door suddenly burst open and a group of men came running in pulling a slightly clothed woman behind them.

“We caught this woman in the act of adultery,” one of the men shouts. “The law says we should stone her. Jesus, what do you say?”

Jesus didn’t answer. John 8 tells us he began writing in the dust. He may have done this to illustrate the point he was getting ready to make or as an act of compassion toward the woman. For her, this could have been an embarrassing situation; she probably wasn’t wearing many clothes and there were several eyes staring directly at her. Perhaps Jesus put his finger in the dust to divert attention from her. Either way, the crowd demanded an answer, and Jesus gave them one.

In John 8:7, Jesus says, “All right, but let the one who has never sinned throw the first stone!” 

Verses 9-10 continue, 9 When the accusers heard this, they slipped away one by one, beginning with the oldest, until only Jesus was left in the middle of the crowd with the woman. 10 Then Jesus stood up again and said to the woman, “Where are your accusers? Didn’t even one of them condemn you?”

One by one, everyone left until only Jesus and the woman were standing there. Jesus doesn’t condemn her. He doesn’t rebuke her for what has happened in the past or even for what happened that morning. Notice Jesus words in verse 11.

11 “No, Lord,” she said.

And Jesus said, “Neither do I. Go and sin no more.”

Jesus set her free. In his grace he gave her a fresh start. Guilt she may have experienced was gone. Jesus set her free from her sin and the guilt it caused.

Likewise, we can be set free from guilt we may be experiencing. In his grace, Jesus can free us from the guilt of our past which may plague us.

  • Romans 8:1 says there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.
  • Galatians 5:1 says it is for freedom that Christ has set us free.

The next time you feel guilty for something in the past, allow the Lord’s grace to replace your guilt with peace only he offers.

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