God’s children are secure in a love beyond comprehension—and that security fuels obedience and courage. Dr. Michael Youssef explains why true love never compromises Scripture and why believers must contend for the Gospel with truth and grace.
Everyone is created in God’s image, but only those who have been called to follow Jesus have become children of God—and that identity changes everything. In today’s episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef anchors your heart in the Father’s lavish love (1 John 3:1) and the unshakable security that flows from belonging to Christ.
Because you are His:
That security also confronts complacency. Dr. Youssef reminds us that true believers cannot habitually live in careless disobedience. We may still struggle with sin, but conviction drives us back to confession and repentance—and gratitude compels us to submit to the whole counsel of God’s Word.
Finally, this devotional clarifies a vital tension in today’s culture: God’s love does not muddy Truth. Love does not excuse false teaching or “baptize” sin into the Church. Love speaks the Truth—even when it’s unpopular—because the Gospel is the power of God for salvation (Romans 1:16). If you’ve felt intimidated by accusations of narrow-mindedness, this episode will strengthen you to stand firm, love freely, and contend faithfully.
Prayer: Lord, embolden me to proclaim Your Truth in love, that more might come to know eternal life in Christ. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.
“To those who have been called, who are loved in God the Father and kept for Jesus Christ: Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance” (Jude 1:1-2).
Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef’s sermon series Truth: The Most Endangered Species: LISTEN NOW