One Thing Remains

We learned a new song today at church, and I praise the Lord for it…it was definitely something that I needed to hear. Don’t get me wrong. I believe “worship” (in reality, worship isn’t one particular thing, but a lifestyle) in the “church” setting should be a time in which we turn our attention to Christ. The focus should be Him, not us. But, God knew I needed to be reminded of the truth of this song today.

Higher than the mountains that I face
Stronger than the power of the grave
Constant through the trial and the change
One thing remains
Yes, one thing remains

Your love never fails, it never gives up, it never runs out on me
Your love never fails, it never gives up, it never runs out on me
Your love never fails, it never gives up, it never runs out on me

Because on and on and on it goes
For it overwhelms and satisfies my soul
And I never ever have to be afraid
One thing remains
Yes, one thing remains

Your love never fails, it never gives up, it never runs out on me
Your love never fails, it never gives up, it never runs out on me
Your love never fails, it never gives up, it never runs out on me

In death, in life, I’m confident and covered by the power of Your great love
My debt is paid, there’s nothing that can separate me from Your great love

Your love never fails, it never gives up, it never runs out on me
Your love never fails, it never gives up, it never runs out on me
Your love never fails, it never gives up, it never runs out on me

So very often in my life, I operate outside of the reality of God’s great love for me. I say I know that God loves me, but my actions don’t necessarily reflect that truth.

There’s a disconnect.

The truth is that the way God loves stands in stark contrast to how we love on a human level. Where we set expectations and limitations for who and how we love, God’s love is unrestrained. It is never affected by our performance, on either end of the spectrum.

Instead, His love never fails. It never gives up. It never runs out on us. On me. My debt is paid, and there is nothing that can separate me from His great love.

God, may I continually seek to grasp the fact that You are so much more than I can even begin to imagine. Grant me grace, and allow me to adjust my perspective when I begin to view You through a human lens. Holy Spirit, remind me of who You really are and give me the strength to relentlessly hold on to the truth of Your Word. Teach me to allow my soul to be satisfied by Your love. I can't do it in and of myself.