God's Affection for Us

Twice the Affection
by Teresa J. Herbic
Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!
2 Corinthians 9:15, NIV

Our first summer as a married couple, we visited the zoo in Topeka, Kansas.  There, we saw the cutest giraffes crossing their necks with one another. The sight, forever engraved into my mind, became the inspiration for our daughter’s room years later. We couldn’t help but think how adorable those giraffes would look painted in the corner. 

I often search for bonds like that in people. Like the one I see in twins as they dress alike as young children or the unity that follows a brother and sister adopted together. Their connection is one of pure resilience.

The affection that unites people and even animals, as in the case of the giraffes, can only be a gift of God's affection for us. As in the case of twins, it is a miracle. That gift is indescribable and everlasting.

As we share bonds with others throughout our lives, the imprint we carry for Christ is the most lasting and meaningful. May we love each other so much that we collectively celebrate His gift of salvation. 

Thank God for His affection for us.

 Thank You for the power of our connections.

Thank You for Your gift of Jesus Christ,

Allowing us an eternal relationship with You, Holy God.

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