Jesus is Nice

I recently had to buy a new Bible because my dog found his way into my office and tore mine up. I was sad but happy because I like to buy new stuff. When you get new stuff you just want to use it, you know what I mean? Like I recently got a new car and I look for any excuse to drive it. So, I was excited to read my new Bible. 

So I read one of my favorite verses is found in 2 Timothy 1:7: "For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love, and self-discipline." What an amazing statement. There is so much in this world that we should or could be afraid of and so many things to worry about. But Jesus decided that he would like to take care of us and, not only that, but that he would also empower us. These three things are knit together:

1. Power
2. Love
3. Self-Discipline

His power allows us to gracefully take control of our lives. We aren't afraid of random circumstances or making the incorrect decisions. His love gives us comfort and allows us to freely come to him whenever we need help. This leads us to self-discipline. We use his power and love to guide our lives in ways that help us and those around us. 

Jesus never stops giving. John 1:16 says, "Out of his fullness we have all received grace in place of grace already given." This means that Jesus continually gives us new grace. His grace doesn't expire but He doesn't care. He will continue to pour new grace out to you. He isn't concerned about where you have come from or what you have done. He is mainly interested in loving you.