Chew on God’s Love. Live Transformed. Multiply Hope.
There’s nothing ordinary about being loved by God. Let’s get honest—sometimes the most powerful truth gets crowded out by work, routines, and responsibility. If you’re a believer who’s long on commitment but short on wonder, maybe you’ll recognize this: you know “God loves me” with your mind, but your heart hasn’t beat faster about it in a long time.
“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!” (1 John 3:1)
John isn’t just posting a nice verse—he’s giving us a wake-up call. Real men and women don’t let themselves get numb to a love that cost Jesus everything and still rewrites our story. God’s love isn’t some soft, sentimental feeling. It’s relentless, personal, and outpaces anything you or I can bring to the table. He sees you—every failure, every hustle, even your spiritual flatlines—and He picks you every time. No hesitation. No conditions.
From Numb to Alive: The Fiercest Human Hunger
Let’s lay it down: every human heart craves to be seen all the way through and still loved, valued, and called to more. God alone delivers. You weren’t made to drift through your days on autopilot; you were made to chase after what gives you life. CHEWing on God’s love isn’t weak—it’s where your courage and strength get refueled. It’s what fills you so you can show up for others and lead well. You can’t pour out what you haven’t first received yourself.
A True-to-Life Story (Fictional)
Not long ago, a friend texted me, “I talk about God’s love all the time, but honestly, I can’t remember the last time it hit me straight in the chest. I’m thankful, but… I feel nothing.”
He didn’t need a new book or a conference. He needed a reset—a way to engage, not just consume the truth he was already surrounded by.
So he started something he called “Love Note Rewind.” Each night, he thought back over one ordinary moment—a tough commute, a kid’s laugh, a conversation with his neighbor—and asked, “Where did God’s love show up here?” Some nights it felt forced. But over a week, he caught a pattern—God’s love was steady, not flashy. There in the little details he kept missing. It was the anchor in what felt like an unremarkable week.
Three Ways to Get Real and CHEW on God’s Love
- Show Up and CHEW
- Set your alarm 5 minutes early. No phone, no scrolling. Use those five minutes in stillness to do a real CHEW—try the Core CHEW from our framework:
“If I really believed God loves me as much as He loves Christ (John 17:23), what would change in me right now?”
Out loud or under your breath, invite God to train you to see His love in the grind—especially when you’re tired, distracted, or numb.
(Want to master different kinds of CHEWs that fit your morning, tough moment, or daily grind? Go here.) - CHEWing isn’t for the passive. It’s how you answer the deepest hunger in your soul—to be radically known and unconditionally loved by the One whose opinion matters most.
- Set your alarm 5 minutes early. No phone, no scrolling. Use those five minutes in stillness to do a real CHEW—try the Core CHEW from our framework:
- Call Out the Hidden Good
- Don’t let the little stuff slide by. Pick a random hour. Did someone’s act of kindness stop you? Did a song lift your mood? Did you catch a breath of peace in chaos? Name it. Thank God. Let it harden your resolve to notice His moves daily.
- Innovative Technique: Share Your Miracle Minute
- Before bed, set a one-minute timer. Ask, “How did God’s love show up today—maybe in a way I ignored?” Write down even the smallest signs—your kid’s hug, a stranger’s encouragement, or a flash of unexpected calm.
- Here’s the twist: Share one of those moments with a friend or family member the next day—by text, in person, or even as a prayer. Don’t keep it private. Let the story of God’s daily love for you spill over so somebody else is encouraged to watch for it, too.
Something Amazing About God’s Love
Here’s what most people don’t see: God’s love didn’t begin when you started caring. He’s been locked in on you from way back—His faithfulness just as fierce on your distracted, numb days as on your best ones.
Too often, we wait to “feel” God’s love, but the truth is, His love leads the way—it’s His unchanging character, not your changing mood, that anchors it (Romans 5:8; Psalm 139:1–4).
CHEW On This™
If I really believed God’s love is unwavering and personal—constant through all my days—how would that change what I notice, what I chase, and how I show up in my real life?
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Transparency Note:
This series is crafted in collaboration with advanced AI tools and thoughtfully finalized by our team to ensure Biblical faithfulness and practical relevance for our readers. All stories are fictional and not a representation of any one individual.
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Endnotes
- 1 John 3:1, The Holy Bible, NIV.
- Romans 5:8, The Holy Bible, NIV.
- Psalm 139:1–4, The Holy Bible, NIV.
- Wilhoit, J.C. & Ryken, P.G. “Worship, Community, and the Triune God of Grace.” Journal of Theological Studies, 2019.
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