The Bishop’s Mind: Christian Wisdom, Daily Devotionals & Empowering Messages for Kingdom Living

  I AM God’s Dearly Beloved: Living in His Love  "Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly beloved offspring."  (Ephesians 5:1) KSB    When we hear the phrase “dearly beloved” , it’s usually in a wedding, funeral, baptism, or other sacred moment. Some may even recall it from a Prince song. But here’s the truth: you don’t need a special occasion to hear those words. Every single day, you can look in the mirror and boldly affirm, “I AM God’s dearly beloved. I AM deeply loved.”    God’s love is not occasional. It is everlasting , unconditional, and unshakable. The Lord declares, “I know the thoughts that I think toward you, thoughts of good and not of evil, to bless you, to prosper you, and to bring you to an expected end.” (Jeremiah 29:11).  When God thinks of you, He rejoices over you. He calls you His own.  Being called God’s dearly beloved speaks of intimacy. It’s more than simply being His creation; it is about relationship...