You Can't Earn OR Lose God's Love

"The everlasting love of God frees us from the fear of messing up and from hiding away from him when we do mess up (which is constantly). He's always that warm and loving Father who...even though you "wrecked the car"...says, 'I am going to pay for that. My arms are open wide and I will love you regardless.'"
— Natalie Abbott

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November 20, 2024

Do you ever try to earn God's love for you? Or do you doubt his love when you mess up? Well, here's the best news— God's love isn't dependent on you. Today, Dwell co-founders, Natalie and Vera, are talking about the joy and relief of knowing that God is unchanging in his character. You'll be encouraged as they relate stories of how they've seen God's love, goodness, and faithfulness in their own lives.

NOVEMBER DWELL VERSE

"For the LORD is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations." — Psalm 100:5

LINKS FROM TODAY'S SHOW

Check out The Pour Over, Natalie and Vera's go-to source for concise, unbiased news from a Christian perspective.
Check out Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things: Transform Your Heart and Mind by Memorizing God's Word.
Memorize 11 new verses in Natalie and Vera's book, Dwell Differently: Overcome Negative Thinking with the Simple Practice of Memorizing God’s Truth.
Dig deeper into this month's verse in our weekly devotionals. Get them sent to your inbox free every Monday!

Natalie Abbott

Natalie Abbott is the co-founder and chief content officer of Dwell Differently. She’s the co-author of the Dwell on These Things Bible studyand Dwell Differently: Overcome Negative Thinking with the Simple Practice of Memorizing God’s Truth. Natalie loves reading fiction, drinking hot tea, going on dates, and hanging out with her five growing kids. Natalie’s husband Jason is the pastor of Central Church in Jefferson City, Missouri where they currently reside.

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