For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. - John 3:16

This verse reminds us of the most lavish display of love mankind has ever known.

Romans 5:8 states, “But God proves His own love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us”.

Christ gave his life so we may be called sons and daughters of the King. What love! What incredible, all-consuming love! To know we have a Father in Heaven who will pursue us, fight for us, and even die for us, who allowed Himself to be ridiculed, tortured, beaten because He loves us.

He felt the piercing agony of nails ripping through His flesh because He loves us. So when discouragements stare at you, life your eyes up to the cross. It is in this place love holds you tightly, and carries you.