I seem to be on a kick of remembering old songs. When I was in college, the one above was popular. It’s about a scoundrel who tells all the girls, “if you love me, expect to be abandoned, broke and forgotten, because that’s just how I am!” “Fair warning!” (I’m not sure why I liked it, this guy is unbearably arrogant). Anyway, it began bouncing around in my brain the other day, causing me to think about the many, better things we get for loving God. I’m sure this isn’t a comprehensive list:
- Someone who will never leave us or forsake us (Hebrews 13:5)
- Someone who will always listen (John 9:31)
- Our daily needs and pleasure in our work (Ecclesiastes 3:23)
- Wisdom (James 1:5)
- Christian fellowship (1 John 1:7)
- Fellowship with Christ (1 Corinthians 12:27)
- Spiritual gifts to serve the others (1 Corinthians 12:7)
- The Holy Spirit, who encourages and comforts (Acts 5:32)
- Forgiveness of sins (1 John 1:9)
- Salvation (6:23)
- Eternal life (John 3:16)
If we’re willing, even eager to take a risk on loving a flawed human being, who will no doubt disappoint us, why wouldn’t we take a chance on God’s love? We stand to gain all the things above and more. Love and trust God, and see what you get for loving Him.
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