Agape Thoughts
Meditations and Devotional Thoughts for the Journey
For years, I thought love had to be earned—something I had to prove myself worthy of receiving. But real love, divine love, isn’t transactional. It isn’t waiting for us to be better, do more, or change ourselves first. It simply invites us in. The problem isn’t whether we’re included in love, but whether we recognize it and allow ourselves to participate. What if you stopped striving for love and started living in the fullness of what has always been yours?
Many of us see ourselves in the prodigal son—running, failing, and fearing we’ve gone too far. But what if we’re actually more like the older brother—resenting grace when it’s given to someone else? The father in this story isn’t just calling home the lost; he’s inviting the self-righteous to rejoice. Whether you’ve wandered far or stayed close but missed the joy, our Father’s love remains the same. The question is, will you join the celebration?
Many people believe God loves them because He has to—because it’s His nature. But what if I told you that He doesn’t just love you—He actually likes you? He enjoys your personality, your quirks, and even the things you think make you unworthy. He isn’t tolerating you; He’s delighting in you. Imagine the freedom of knowing you don’t have to prove your worth or strive for His approval—you already have it. What would change if you truly believed God enjoys you just as you are?
