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Humanity or Divinity: Understanding God’s Love and Living in His Nature

  Humanity or Divinity: Living the Nature of God's Love "He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love." – 1 John 4:8    The words of 1 John 4:8 form a powerful foundation for understanding the distinction between human nature and divine nature . At the heart of this difference lies one central truth,  love is the essential characteristic of divinity. Human nature, born of the earth, reflects the physical and limited aspects of existence. Divine nature, however, comes from the Father above and transcends all limits through the power of love.     Firstly , human nature allows a person to love some people, while divine nature empowers a person to love all people. It is natural to love only those who show love in return, but divine love extends even to those who oppose, criticize, or harm. This unconditional love reflects the heart of God limitless, unchanging, and ever-reaching beyond human boundaries.     Secondly ,...