We speak of Christ showing His love by the death of the Cross;
let us also evermore consider the Father's love, in whose hand
was the sword. Oh, the yearnings of His heart, when He was bruising
the Son of His love!
The children of God ought to count it their chief joy, in drawing
nigh to God, that they have His ear and heart. Great is the difference
between a child of God confiding in Him, and a child of God full
of petitions and burdens, but doubting God until some outward
deliverance be granted. The character of God and His love demand
our perfect trust at all times.
The love of God is not purchased for us by the blood of Christ.
That love springs up out of God's own heart and nature. Self-moved,
He sent His Son.
We could not be the object of the Father's love, which is from
everlasting to everlasting, but as chosen in Christ. He loves
us with love perfect and unchangeable.