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Devotionals/Did you know? Jesus does not expect you to be perfect

Did you know? Jesus does not expect you to be perfect

Publication date: March 4, 2026

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📖 “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

— Romans 5:8 (NIV)

🟡 What does this mean?

This verse tells us that God loves us so much that He sent Jesus to die for us, even when we did not deserve it.

We did not have to earn His love; He chose to love us first and give everything for us.

His love is unconditional and never changes.

🧠 Let's think for a moment

Has anyone ever done something good for you without you asking or deserving it?

That is just a small example of what Jesus did: He gave His life to save us, even though we did not deserve it.

That love is the greatest gift we can receive

🙌 What can we do today?

Thank Jesus for His sacrifice and love

Remember that our worth is in the love God has for us

Share with others the message of Jesus' love

Live each day in a way that pleases God

💬 Phrase to remember

👉 Jesus loved me and gave His life for me, even when I didn't deserve it.

🙏 Closing prayer

Lord, thank you for loving me so much that You sent Jesus to save me. Help me to live gratefully for that love and to share it with others. I want my life to show Your love every day. Amen. 🙏

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Devotional illustration Did you know? Jesus does not expect you to be perfect
Tip: read the verse out loud and say a short prayer together as a family.