Loving God is the foundation of the Christian life. Before we can truly love Him, we must first know Him, and that knowledge begins in His Word. It is difficult to love someone we do not know. The more we learn of God’s holiness, mercy, faithfulness, and grace, the more our hearts are drawn toward
“I can beat it.” Those words have been spoken in many different ways: “I’ll look down the barrel and see.” “I’ll touch the wire.” “I’ll make it across before the train comes.” “That danger sign doesn’t apply to me.” Each statement carries the same spirit—a confidence that ignores warning, a decision that underestimates danger, and a belief
