When unfaithful, it’s crucial to repent and return to God. But we should always remember that God draws us to Himself with unwavering love in our moments of failure. He doesn't abandon us when we stray; instead, He reaches out with a promise of healing and restoration.
Hosea 14:4 beautifully illustrates this truth: “Then I will heal you of your faithlessness; my love will know no bounds….” This verse is a powerful reminder that God's love is not conditional on our perfection. Even when we falter, His grace remains steadfast to draw us back in repentance.
Just as Hosea reached out in love to restore his unfaithful wife, Gomer, God desires to heal our hearts and restore us to a close relationship with Him. He sees beyond our mistakes and offers us unconditional love and forgiveness. His anger turns away, and His mercy steps in, providing us with the comfort and hope we need.
Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending
Reckless love of God
Oh, it chases me down,
Fights 'til I'm found, leaves the 99
And I couldn't earn it
I don't deserve it,
Still You give yourself away
Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending
Reckless love of God
(Asbury, Cory. “Reckless Love.” *Reckless Love*, Bethel Music, 2017)
Hosea 14:4 beautifully illustrates this truth: “Then I will heal you of your faithlessness; my love will know no bounds….” This verse is a powerful reminder that God's love is not conditional on our perfection. Even when we falter, His grace remains steadfast to draw us back in repentance.
Just as Hosea reached out in love to restore his unfaithful wife, Gomer, God desires to heal our hearts and restore us to a close relationship with Him. He sees beyond our mistakes and offers us unconditional love and forgiveness. His anger turns away, and His mercy steps in, providing us with the comfort and hope we need.
Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending
Reckless love of God
Oh, it chases me down,
Fights 'til I'm found, leaves the 99
And I couldn't earn it
I don't deserve it,
Still You give yourself away
Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending
Reckless love of God
(Asbury, Cory. “Reckless Love.” *Reckless Love*, Bethel Music, 2017)
Duke Stone
After 40 years in full-time ministry, I try to see how the little things in life speak big things about God. This blog is an attempt to share with you the many ways I see the love of God in the ordinary things of life.
After 40 years in full-time ministry, I try to see how the little things in life speak big things about God. This blog is an attempt to share with you the many ways I see the love of God in the ordinary things of life.
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