Do you recognize and accept God's love for you?  Last week I attended a funeral, and the pastor spoke about how we focus on our love for others, but rarely stop and think about how much God loves us.  We're quick to think of ways we can show our love to our family and friends.  I care for my family, support my friends, give time to the church, donate to ministries, you get the idea.  So many things that come to mind about how we love other people.  Don't mishear me, loving other is important and pleases God.  However, what about the other side of love?  Do you recognize and accept God's love for you?  The Bible tells us 1 John 4:8 "...God is love."  If God is love and Christ lives in your heart, are you aware of this great love that permeates your life.  As a mom and wife, I want my family to know, that beyond all doubt, I love them.  God feels the same way!  I imagine it would break God's heart if we didn't believe and couldn't feel how much he loves us.  The bible speaks so clearly.  Let this very familiar verse sink in.  John 3:16, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life." We've heard this verse so often we tend to gloss over it, but today I challenge you to feel that love.  The love that sent an only Son to the cross to bear your sins and my sins, followed by a promise of eternal life with God.  All because he loves you so much!  Recognize and accept Christ's love today.