He predestined us to adoption as sons through Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the kind intention of His will.” – Ephesians 1:5 Did you know you are adopted? We all are! And since we are adopted into God’s family, we are His children. We have a Father who loves us unconditionally, provides for us, and protects us. God redeemed you from the hand of the enemy by Christ’s precious blood. You’ve been washed clean with that blood. 19. You are chosen. It is a curious thought, but it is only when you see people looking ridiculous that you realize just how much you love them.” Agatha Christie I saw that you were perfect, and so I loved you. Then I saw that you were not perfect, and I loved you even more.” Angelita Lim

God didn’t wait until we loved Him before returning His love to us. He set the example of Matthew 5:44, 46. 18. You are being refined. Did you know you are the apple of God’s eye? In Christ, you needn’t feel insignificant or unseen. This scripture is life-changing as it can help us understand and accept that God loves and cherishes us. 2. You are fearfully and wonderfully made. God has a plan for your life. That plan doesn’t include calamity, but peace, future, and a hope. God wants the very best for you, and He knows the very best is salvation through His Son, Jesus Christ. Those who accept Jesus as their Savior are guaranteed a future and a hope. It is easy to love people in memory; the hard thing is to love them when they are there in front of you.” John Updike God loved us from the very beginning, which is why He sent Jesus to atone for our sins. In other words, God’s love covers our sins.I want to be in a relationship where you telling me you love me is just a ceremonious validation of what you already show me.” Steve Maraboli For you see, each day I love you more, today more than yesterday and less than tomorrow.” Rosemonde Gérard But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumph in Christ, and manifests through us the sweet aroma of the knowledge of Him in every place.” – 2 Corinthians 2:14 God is watching over your every move. He proactively listens to you to help you. Why? Because you are special to Him, and He loves you. And stretching out His hand toward His disciples, He said, ‘Behold My mother and My brothers! For whoever does the will of My Father who is in heaven, he is My brother and sister and mother.” – Matthew 12:49-50

You know you’re in love when you can’t fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.” Dr. Seuss But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, so that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.” – 1 Peter 2:9 For the eyes of the Lord are toward the righteous, and His ears attend to their prayer, but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.” – 1 Peter 3:12 Immature love says: ‘I love you because I need you.’ Mature love says ‘I need you because I love you.'” Erich FrommOne of my sisters-in-Christ says the Bible is 66 love letters from God to us. And she is correct. Narrowing down those 66 love letters to 20 scriptures is difficult. These scriptures aren't the only verses that teach us how beloved we are. They are simply a starting point. I encourage you to let Abraham, Sarah, Joseph, David, Hagar, Esther, Ruth, Mary (Jesus mother), Lazarus, Mary, Martha, Noah, and all the other witnesses tell you how beloved you are. You'll spend a lifetime reading and gleaning from their stories. Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.” Lao Tzu

God promises always to lead those He loves to victory in Christ. 10. God trusts you to treasure His Spirit. If you live to be a hundred, I want to live to be a hundred minus one day, so I never have to live without you.” A. A. MilneAlthough our vessels are fragile, God entrusted us with a treasure. He did so because He loves us. Yes, the Creator of the universe entrusts us with His valuables. That's amazing. 11. You are loved by a reconciling love. You’ve gotta dance like there’s nobody watching, love like you’ll never be hurt, sing like there’s nobody listening, and live like it’s heaven on earth.” William W. Purkey