1 Corinthians 8:3
1 Corinthians 8:3
If anyone loves God, he is known by God.
To be loved by God is to be fully known and fully accepted. This verse highlights the intimate relationship that we have with God, not based on our own merit but on His recognition of us. When we love God, we align ourselves with His heart, and in turn, we are known by Him in the most personal way. This knowing is not just intellectual but relational, rooted in deep connection. As leaders, it’s essential to understand that being known by God brings a sense of belonging and purpose. We are not strangers to Him but His beloved children, marked by His love and presence. This deep relationship is transformative, as it shapes our identity and guides our actions. In loving God, we are recognized by Him, and in that recognition, we find our worth, security, and direction.
John 17:3
And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.
1 John 5:20
And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know him who is true.
Psalm 86:11
Teach me thy way, O Lord; I will walk in thy truth: unite my heart to fear thy name.
John 10:14
I am the good shepherd. I know my own and my own know me.