Sometimes breadth and depth are unnecessary when the simple can be so direct and satisfying on its own. Bible study that comments on the density of salvation or remarks upon the doctrine of the Trinity are useless without the basics. In this case, the most basic things of all:
God is love. He loves us. And He asks us to love Him with all our hearts, minds, bodies, souls, and strength.
These facts are not in dispute but they go hand-in-hand. It is in God's very nature to love. And, just as He has made us in His image, we are made to love Him. Therefore, what could be more important than this fundamental truth?
So, while looking at verses is always a good and necessary part of theology and of the Christian life, sometimes the best way to get back to the basics is to pause, breathe, and pray. Let us then take this opportunity to pray and be reminded of who God is, what He has done for us, and that He asks us to love Him. This is a good thing for us to practice whenever we can. Again, while depth is beneficial, sometimes just a reminder to refocus is the step that's needed at the time.
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