Scripture Reading—Psalm 116:1-5

“I love the Lord, because he hath heard my voice and my supplications.” (Psalm 116:1)

The Psalmist said he loved Me because I had heard his voice and his supplications. Why do you love Me? Is it also because I hear your prayers and answer them? Or do you love Me just because of that which I have given you or because of what I have done for you?

Oh, how I desire to have friends who would love Me for who I am and not for that which I do for them!

A millionaire who is generous also has many friends. Sometimes, I like to walk among My people as a beggar, an old woman, or an orphan child. That is when their real love is tested and proven.

I desire for you to love Me as I love you. I don’t love you for who you are, or all the things you do for Me I love you because you are you. I prize your friendship. Sometimes I am lonely for you. I long for you to come to Me and tell Me you love Me. Let your spirit express its love to Me. Release your love out of its sealed-up chambers.

Tell Me you love Me! As you do you will feel a warm glow of My love flowing over you. It will help you. It will comfort you. It will give you peace in your soul and spirit.

Day by Day by Gwen Shaw
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