Is your relationship with God settled‪?‬ Live to Love Scripture Encouragement

John 21:15.2. So when they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, "Simon, son of John, do you love Me more than these?" He said to Him, "Yes, Lord; You know that I love You." He said to him, "Tend My lambs."
Today I direct our attention to the words used for love. Jesus asked Simon if he loved Him with agape love. Agape love is an unconditional, all out love that demonstrates value, esteem, and faithfulness. An appropriate question given Simon’s denials. Simon answered that he loved Him with phileo love, a warm, brotherly love.
Jesus was seemingly aiming to help Simon Peter settle the issue of his love for Him. We also need to have that settled in our hearts if we are to partner with Jesus in building His kingdom. What kind of love do we have for Him? Is it settled?
My spiritual mentor has often reminded me that two things are foundational to walking with Jesus. It must be settled in our hearts that God loves us and that we love Him.

Acknowledgment: Music from “Carried by the Father” by Eric Terlizzi. www.ericterlizzi.com