December 10th, 2025

READ 1 John 3:1a

What marvelous love the Father has extended to us! Just look at it—we’re called children of God! That’s who we really are. (MSG)

See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! (NIV)

This letter is for you…

Dearest Child,

Before the beginning of time, I knew you. I knew what color your eyes would be, and I could hear the sound of your laughter. Like a proud Father who carries a picture of His child, I carried an image of you in My eyes, for you were created in my image. Before the beginning of time, I chose you. I spoke your name into the heavens and I smiled as its melody resounded off the walls of my heart. You are Mine. My love for you extends farther than the stars in the sky and deeper than any ocean. You are my pearl of great price, for the one whom I gave everything. I cradle you in the palm of My hand. I love you even in the face of failure. Nothing you can say or do can cause me to stop loving you. I am ruthless in my pursuit of you. Run from Me – I will love you. Spurn Me – I will love you. Reject yourself – I will love you. You see, My love for you was slain before the foundation of the world and I have never regretted the sacrifice I made for you at Calvary. When I see every part of who you are, I marvel at the work of My hands, for I whispered words of longing and desire and you came into existence. You are beautiful, you are handsome, and I take pleasure in you – heart, mind and body. You are my desire. When you turn your head in shame and despise what I have made, still I reach for you with gentle passion. You are my beloved and I am Yours. 

Love,

Your Heavenly Father

-Lucinda Secrest McDowell  God’s Purpose for you (My place for Bible study)