The Grands Letter

Dear Grands,

Psalm 116:1-5, “I Love the LORD, because He hears My voice and my supplications.
2 Because He has inclined His ear to me, Therefore I shall call upon Him as long as I live.
3 The cords of death encompassed me, And the terrors of Sheol came upon me; I found distress
and sorrow.
4 Then I called upon the name of the LORD: ‘O LORD, I beseech Thee, save my life!’
5 Gracious is the LORD, and righteous; Yes, our God is compassionate.”

There is nothing like a true confession. Moreover, there is nothing like a true confession of love. There is no music, however melodiously sweet and soothing, that compares with a quiet voice earnestly saying, “I love you.” In that respect, I am confident when I say that the LORD beholds nothing so sweet to His ears than for us –His children—to say “I love You, LORD.”

When we approach the LORD tenderly and lovingly, just to say, “I love You, LORD,” asking nothing. He knows there is no hidden agenda within our hearts. The psalmist says, “…He has inclined His ear to me…” He is listening attentively to the earnestness of our pleadings.

When death approaches and frightful thoughts of the unknown come to mind, it is then that we call upon the LORD. We then emphasize His Name and call upon Him to save our lives! Certainly, we are not worthy the least of His favor; still, He is gracious and righteous; and yes, He is exceedingly compassionate.

Now you know why I love the LORD, and why He loves me. He loves you, too; but how long has it been since you told Him you loved Him? He’s waiting, and the psalmist has laid the groundwork for your approach. Tell Him today. Tell Him now! You will feel an inrush of His Love.

Heartily in Christ Jesus,

(Dado III)

Gene L. Jeffries, Th.D.
Springdale, Arkansas 72764
United States of America

“We never know that Christ is all we need until He becomes all that we have.” – Corrie ten Boom