Message from Scripture: 4/30/2020

Hello! Today, our message from Scripture comes from Rom. 8:37-39. “In all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Paul lists a variety of circumstances that can be difficult for us to deal with, situations in life he had to deal with as well, and he reminds us that nothing we encounter in life can separate us from the love of God.

You see, it is a love neither death nor life can change. What we face in life, and the death that follows, are not signs that God doesn’t love us. Nothing life throws our way, not even the reality of death, separates us from God’s love. “To live is Christ, and to die is gain” (Phil. 1:21).

Not only this, but it’s a love neither angels nor rulers can alter. We know the angels of God are ministering spirits on our behalf (Heb. 1:14). The rulers mentioned here in Romans may have reference to the power of Satan and his followers. We must also remember Satan only has authority in our lives when we let him have his way with us. No temptation is so overwhelming we are unable to resist it. There is always a way of escape (1 Cor. 10:13).

Also, there is no power greater than that of God, and nothing can make God stop loving us. Remember, God is always in control and always there to help us through life, no matter what big thing happens to us in life. “He has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you.’ So we can confidently say, “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?”” (Heb. 13:5-6).

When life gets you down, remember God’s love is always there for you. Have a great day today. God bless.

Robert