EP 32. Who is God-Love,Mercy, & Salvation. Part 1

Hey family! Welcome back to My Faith is Bigger Than My Fears- I'm glad you're here. Today we're discussing, Who God is- Love, Mercy, & Salvation. We are diving into the foundation of our faith- who God is, why He created us, and what His love means in the face of sin and salvation. If you've ever wondered how a perfect and holy God could still love us despite our mistakes- this episode is for you. Let's get into it.Who is God? God is the creator of the heavens and the earth. God created all things, and finally God created humanity.  Then God said, 'Let Us make man in our image, according to Our likeness.... " Genesis 1:26 (NKJV).  God made us In His Image. Genesis 5: 1-2 (NKJV)Why did God create us? God created us to have a relationship with Him- to walk with Him, live freely in His presence, and to rule the earth under His authority. But that changed when...The Fall- When Fellowship was Broken with God and Humanity.Adam and Eve sin against God. They disobey God when He told them not to eat of the tree of knowledge of good and evil.... Genesis 2:15-17.  (NKJV)Now since sin has entered the earth, this caused consquences, pain, and separation from God.  But even in our rebellion... God still loved us. We make choices that break our fellowship with God.  I've been there- times when I felt distant from God becasue of my mistakes or my sins.  Guilt and shame was something that I struggled with, but God still loves me after what I've done? Yes! Romans 3:23, We all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. (NKJV) .  It's not about being perfect- it's about God's grace while turning from our sins.God's love & Rescure PlanGod's love redeemed us.  God sent Jesus - His only Son- to live a perfect life, to die in our place, and to rise again with victory over sin and death. Jesus paid the debt  we owed. He took the punishment for us.  John 3:16, " For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life."  (NKJV), "For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved." John 3:17 (NKJV)Salvation is a Gift:Salvation is a Gift from God.  " Repent, and Believe in the Gospel. Mark 1:15 (NKJV)  Salvation is not something that we can earn with good deeds, money, or just being a "good person." It's a free Gift from God that only if you believe in Jesus Christ: We are forgiven, We are made new, and we receive eternal life with God. " Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me." John 14:6 (NKJV)Salvation is available to ALL who believe.Is God Calling You?"For whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved."  Romans 10:13 (NKJV)Have you called on Jesus? Have you accepted His love and grace? Jesus is still calling, " Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men." Matthew 4:19. (NKJV)  If you don't yet have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior... what's holding you back?  The same God who created the universe, who formed you in His image, who sent His Son to die in your place- He wants a relationship with you.   Additional scriptures: Ephesians 1:4, "Just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, (NKJV).Colossians 3:2, " Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth." (NKJV)Closing thoughts: Who is God? He is Creator, Redeemer, and Father. He is love, Mercy, and Salvation and who wants to walk with you- forever.Thank you for listening today. If this message spoke to you, please share it with someone you love. And if you made the decision today. I'd love to hear from you- reach out at my faith is bigger than my fears on all social media platforms . or email me at [email protected].  Remember: You are not alone.IF you would like to purchase a "My Faith is Bigger Than My Fears" trucker hat, please visit: use code: PODCAST to get 10% off your entire purchase. Link below ⬇️ https://myfaithisbiggerthanmyfears.myshopify.com/discount/PODCAST Until next time, I am your host, Tamela Ingram, we motivate , encourage, we put out faith and trust in God, and we conquer our fears one episode at a time. New Episodes come out every Monday.  Please like, comment, and subscribe.  Remember:  Your Faith is Bigger Than Your Fears. Stay rooted in the Word, and stay encouraged.