#15 The LOVING-KINDNESS of God

By Arthur Pink et al.

(You will find it helpful to LISTEN to the Audio, as you READ the text below.)

"Because Your loving-kindness is better than life, my lips will glorify You." Psalm 63:3

The loving-kindness of God is not a fleeting sentiment, but His steadfast and covenantal love manifested in gracious action. It is the sovereign outflow of His mercy and faithfulness, pledged to His chosen people from eternity past, and manifested throughout time. It does not arise from anything in us--but from everything in Him.

Unlike the fragile affections of man, God's loving-kindness is unchanging. It met us in our rebellion, drew us to the cross, and now preserves us through every trial. It was His loving-kindness that patiently bore with our waywardness, that remained true when we were false, and that continually supplies our every need in Christ.

God's loving-kindness reaches to the heavens, surrounds the believer, and never lets go! It comforts in sorrow, and disciplines in love.

This divine love never wanes. It is not altered by our failures, nor diminished by our weaknesses. Rooted in His eternal purpose, it remains a sure anchor for the soul. In Christ, we are not merely pardoned--we are embraced. God rejoices over us, surrounds us with favor, and holds us fast in His everlasting arms!

When the heart is heavy, remember His loving-kindness. When the night is long, rest in its unshakable assurance. And let our lips glorify Him--not only for what He bestows, but for who He is: the unchanging God whose loving-kindness is indeed better than life.

Let this truth lead us to reverent worship, joyful obedience, and unwavering peace.