310 - •Loved to the Uttermost” John 13-16

 

He loves us to the uttermost, the Greek says. To the end! John 13:1. To the ends of the earth.  To the end of anything we face.  So, do not let your heart be troubled.  

How do we then live without troubled hearts. There is no "do-able" life.  "I think about living a full life meaning: more do-able, like going to church, working hard, being good, praying, reading the Bible every day, trusting God for blessing." 66LL. But God defines real life so differently.  Even if our suffering gets worse, we can live a life of love.  Stand up!  Do what it takes to advance His Kingdom. Live a life of love because you are loved to the uttermost.  You are in an opportunity for Christ to do His Work in you, your family, your kids, your friends, your co-workers.  Be fully present.  Meanwhile... The point is t.h.i.s. Christ goes to prepare a place for you and for me. Think on heaven, love on earth.

H.e.r.e. Christ leaves us with Another Helper, John 14:6

Why does the next worship service have to be better than the one before?  Why does the next song need to be more powerful than the last?  Why are we always trying to outdo ourselves?  Jesus wrapped a coarse everyday towel around his waist.  He dipped His Hands in a worn porcelain water basin and poured water. John 13:5. He spit in the dirt to stir up some mud to spread on a blind man.  He didn't use the spectacular.  He used the ordinary to reach, to touch, to give life. May I not be caught up in thinking I have to have the next best book or song or experience.  Seek Truth not the blessings of this life.