Rediscovering Divine Nearness
Many struggle with the question of suffering, doubting if a loving God can exist amidst so much pain. The world’s violence and despair seem overwhelming, leading us to abandon hope and chase after fleeting comforts like power, status, or success. But this abandonment is not God turning from us; it is we who forget the nearness of divine love. God’s love is not static but dynamic and ever-present, found in every act of connection, every moment of life birthing something new (Matthew 18:20). This love-energy holds all of creation together, forever awakening to new expressions of hope, beauty, and renewal.
Even in suffering, this divine love persists, not as a distant observer but as a presence deeply involved in the messiness of life, offering infinite possibilities for healing and growth. Jesus exemplified this love, stepping into a violent, anxious world to remind us that the kingdom of God is within us and among us (Luke 17:21).
What if we saw every challenge as an opportunity to rediscover this intimate love? Today, let your heart soften toward this presence. Open yourself to divine love, and become a channel of hope for a world in need.
Going Deeper
What does it mean to say “God is love”? Is it just a comforting phrase, or could it be the truth that changes everything? The answer is transformative: to say “God is love” is to declare that God is not distant but the very energy of connection, creativity, and life itself (1 John 4:8). God is not only with us but within us, constantly moving toward union and renewal, just as a river flows with fresh water.
This means that divine love is not a passive force but active, relational, and new in every moment. Even in the face of suffering, this love-energy invites us to step into its flow, finding hope in the infinite possibilities it creates. Jesus revealed this truth by stepping into the world’s brokenness, showing that divine love is deeply involved in healing and transformation.
Where can you tap into this love today? In a quiet moment of reflection? In an act of kindness? Step into this flow, trusting that divine love is ready to create something new in and through you. The reign of God is not far off; it is here, waiting to awaken in your heart.
Heart of the Message: God is dynamic, personal love, inviting us into the ever-new energy of connection, renewal, and hope. God is not a distant being but the dynamic, evolving energy of love, uniting all things and continuously expressing new possibilities for life, healing, and transformation.