In 1 Corinthians 8:2-3 Paul said, "If anyone imagines that he has come to know and understand much of divine things, without love, he does not yet understand as strongly and clearly, nor has he become as intimately acquainted with anything as he ought.
But if one loves God truly with affectionate reverence, prompt obedience, and grateful recognition of His blessing, he is known by God, recognized as worthy of His intimacy and love, and he is owned by Him."
What is it to be known by God? Like, fully known? Yes, of course He knows - everything! But to be consciously aware that HE IS in us, for us, through us - always.
I want to know that I am known.
And it is in affectionate reverence, prompt obedience, and grateful recognition, that 'being known' grows into something worthy of being called a child of God.
And, if I think I know anything without genuine love... it has no value. Not recognized as anything!?
Ouch.
This spiritual nourishment has deeply stirred me tonight.
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