Introduction

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a privilege to be gathered here today, in this sacred space, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to understand His word more deeply. Today, we are going to focus on a passage that speaks directly to the heart of our faith, a passage that illuminates the very essence of our belief and the cornerstone of our hope. We're going to talk about God's great love.

But before we do, I want to share with you a quote from Corrie Ten Boom, who once said, "There is no pit so deep, that God's love is not deeper still." And isn't that the truth? God is the author of our stories, and His great love is the ink that writes every line, every chapter of our lives.

Let's turn now to the scripture that will guide our discussion today, Ephesians 2:4. The apostle Paul writes,

"But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy."

This is a powerful passage, my friends. It speaks of a love that is not just great, but transformative. A love that breathes life into our very souls and rescues us from our transgressions. A love that is not earned, but freely given by a God who is rich in mercy. This is the love we're going to talk about today.

We'll be looking at this love from three different angles. First, we'll consider the manifestation of God's great love—how it shows up in our lives and in the world around us. Then, we'll discuss the magnitude of God's great love—how vast, how deep, how wide it is. And finally, we'll reflect on the meaning of God's great love—what it tells us about who God is and who we are in Him.

But before we begin, let's bow our heads in prayer.

Dear Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your great love, a love that is beyond our understanding, yet so deeply felt in our hearts. As we study Your word today, we ask that You open our eyes, our minds, and our hearts to fully grasp the depth of Your love for us. Guide our thoughts and our words, Lord, and let everything we do be for Your glory. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

So, let's begin.

Manifestation of God's Great Love

When we consider the love of God, we often think about it in abstract terms. We talk about it as if it's an idea or a feeling. But the love of God is not just an abstract concept. It's a tangible reality that we can see, touch, and experience in our everyday lives. It's a love that is made manifest in the world around us and in the lives of those who follow Him.

The beauty of creation: The majestic mountains, the vast oceans, the intricate patterns of a butterfly's wings, the breathtaking colors of a sunset. All of these are expressions of God's love. They are His love letters to us, reminders of His care and affection. Every time we marvel at the beauty of nature, we are witnessing the manifestation of God's love.

God's love is seen in His providence: It’s seen in the way He provides for our needs. Think about how He provides for the birds of the air and the lilies of the field, as Jesus pointed out in Matthew 6. If God takes care of these, how much more will He take care of us, His beloved children? Every meal we eat, every breath we take, every good thing we enjoy in life is a testament to God's love and care for us.

God's love is made manifest in His protection: In Psalm 121, the psalmist declares that God is our keeper, the one who watches over us and protects us from harm. He is our shield and our fortress, our refuge in times of trouble. Every time we experience deliverance from danger, every time we find safety in the midst of chaos, we are experiencing the manifestation of God's love.

God's love is seen in the person and work of Jesus Christ: In John 3:16, we read that "God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life." The cross of Christ is the ultimate demonstration of God's love. It's where God's love and justice meet. It's where we see the depth of God's love for us, a love so great that He was willing to sacrifice His only Son to save us from our sins.

Magnitude of God's Great Love

As we continue to immerse ourselves in the boundless ocean of God's love, let's turn our attention to the sheer magnitude of this divine affection ... View this full PRO sermon free with PRO