Freedom of Choice

God gives us freedom of choice. When we invite God into our lives, He delights in the fact that we choose to come to Him, whether for help, guidance, strength, or love. He is always there for us, but it is our decision whether to have a relationship with Him or not. God doesn't want a forced love, just like you don't want a forced love with your spouse, significant other, or friend. You want them to choose you. Of course, you can pressure them into buying you gifts or giving you attention, but when it is forced it doesn’t come from the heart. You want them to call because they randomly thought about you. You want them to buy a gift for you because they genuinely want to put a smile on your face. It's the same with God—He loves us and He wants our hearts to truly desire Him. Be intentional about your relationship with God. Spend time with Him daily (Read His Word). Talk to Him daily (Pray). Share with your friends and family all the good things He has done for you (Testify). Thank Him and tell Him you love Him (Praise and Worship). The love He has for us is the best example of how we should love and have healthy relationships with the people in our lives. Choose to have a true relationship with God because His love is so good, forgiving, and unfailing.

Revelation 3:20 “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.”

Proverbs 8:17 “I love all who love me. Those who search will surely find me.”

John 15:12-15 “This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends. You are my friends if you do what I command you. No longer do I call you servants, for the servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, for all that I have heard from my Father I have made known to you.” ​ #FreedomOfChoice #RelationshipGoals #LivingThroughHope ​