The Secret to Loving God Like He Loves You
A Journey of Abiding.
Have you ever wondered what it would look like to love God the way He loves you? To return His deep, unshakable, and relentless love with the same fervor and commitment? It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the thought of loving God with all your heart, but I want to encourage you—loving God deeply doesn’t have to feel like a constant striving. It’s about learning to abide in His love, receiving it fully, and letting that love overflow naturally in every area of your life.
The Struggle: Life Pulls Us in Every Direction
We all desire to love God fully, but the truth is, life often gets in the way. Here are some common struggles many of us face:
Distractions: Life is busy, and our attention is pulled in so many different directions. Work, family, and personal commitments often leave little space for connecting with God.
Feelings of unworthiness: Sometimes, we struggle with feeling unworthy of God’s love, and that makes it hard to receive and return His love fully.
Uncertainty about what loving God looks like: Loving God doesn’t always feel clear. We often wonder how to practically show our love for Him in the midst of our day-to-day lives.
If you’ve ever wrestled with any of these, know you’re not alone. Loving God can feel complicated, but there’s a way to navigate it with grace and truth.
The Shift: Loving God Isn’t About Striving—It’s About Abiding
What if loving God wasn’t about striving to do more, but about simply being with Him more? Loving God isn’t something we can accomplish by effort alone—it’s a response to the love He’s already shown us.
Here’s a perspective shift to help guide you:
Loving God isn’t about doing more: It’s not about checking off a list of things to do for Him—it’s about being present with Him and letting His love fill your heart.
Receiving God’s love is key: You can’t give what you haven’t received. To love God fully, start by allowing His love to fill you first.
Small moments matter: Loving God isn’t just about big moments of worship. It’s found in the small, everyday ways we choose to align our hearts with Him.
Practical Steps: How to Grow in Loving God More Deeply
Loving God more deeply is a journey that begins with receiving His love. Here are a few ways to nurture that love:
Receive His love first: Make time to spend in God’s presence, without the pressure of trying to earn His love. Just rest in His goodness.
Worship in the ordinary: Acknowledge God in the little moments of your day—whether it’s thanking Him for your morning coffee or praising Him for the beauty of a sunset. Worship isn’t just reserved for church; it’s a lifestyle.
Serve with joy: Love for God overflows into love for others. Look for opportunities to serve, whether it’s a kind word, a helping hand, or a listening ear. When you serve with a heart of love for God, it transforms the way you see others.
Talk to God honestly: Prayer isn’t just about asking for things; it’s about building a relationship with Him. Be honest with God about what’s on your heart, your struggles, and your joys. He wants to hear from you.
Your Next Step: Rest in His Love and Let It Flow
You don’t have to force love. God’s love for you is already deep, unconditional, and constant. All you need to do is rest in it, let it fill your heart, and allow it to overflow into your everyday life. The more you receive His love, the more natural it becomes to love Him in return.
What’s One Way You’ll Respond to God’s Love Today?
Take a moment to reflect: How can you respond to God’s love today? What small step can you take to love Him more deeply? I’d love to hear your thoughts—share them in the comments below, or pass this along to a friend who’s also seeking a deeper connection with God.
If you’re looking for more ways to grow in your relationship with God, I’d love to walk with you. Schedule your first discovery call today to explore how spiritual direction can help you abide more fully in God’s love and deepen your intimacy with Him. Together, let’s embrace His love and let it transform the way we live and lead every day.