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Ewen</span> <link itemprop="mainEntityOfPage" href="https://www.patheos.com/blogs/faithmatters/blogs/faithmatters/2024/10/how-to-love-god-with-all-your-being/" /> <div class="hide" itemprop="publisher" itemscope id="patheos" itemtype="https://schema.org/Organization"> <a itemprop="url" href="//www.patheos.com/"> <span itemprop="logo" itemscope itemtype="https://schema.org/ImageObject"> <img itemprop="url" src="//www.patheos.com/~/media/images/components/navigation/patheos/patheos-logo-header.png" alt="LOGO"> <meta itemprop="width" content="127"> <meta itemprop="height" content="38"> </span> <span itemprop="name">Patheos</span> <span itemprop="description">Explore the world's faith through different perspectives on religion and spirituality! Patheos has the views of the prevalent religions and spiritualities of the world.</span> </a> </div> <div class="story-block"> <div id="main-content" class="entry-content clearfix" itemprop="about"> <!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/REC-html40/loose.dtd"> <meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"> <meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><p><figure id="attachment_2118" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-2118" style="width: 780px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" class="size-full wp-image-2118" src="https://wp-media.patheos.com/blogs/sites/2078/2024/10/DALL%C2%B7E-2024-10-27-17.44.21-Create-a-touching-16x9-image-of-Jesus-embracing-a-man-with-love-and-compassion-symbolizing-acceptance-and-peace.-Jesus-should-have-a-gentle-caring-e.jpg" alt="How to Love God with All Your Being / Image courtesy of Enterprise College" width="780" height="445"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-2118" class="wp-caption-text">How to Love God with All Your Being / Image courtesy of Enterprise College</figcaption></figure> </p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The scripture <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2022%3A37-38&version=NKJV" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" class=" decorated-link">Matthew 22:37-38</a> shines like a guiding star in the night sky of faith. In this verse, Jesus teaches us to <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7uP37hyad4MmCuI4TA517s" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" class=" decorated-link">love God with all our heart, soul, and mind</a>. His words shine like a lighthouse, guiding us through the storms of life. Jesus says, “<em>Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind</em>” (<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2022%3A37-38&version=NKJV" class=" decorated-link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Matthew 22:37-38</a>, NKJV). This command calls us to a deep, life-changing commitment. When we love God fully, we feel our faith strengthen and our spirits rise. You learn how to love God with all your being.</span></p> <div class="ad__h250"> <div class="ad__h250-inner" id="incontent1"> </div> </div> <h2><b>Heartfelt Devotion </b></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Loving God <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7uP37hyad4MmCuI4TA517s" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" class=" decorated-link">with all our heart</a> means we open ourselves completely to Him. This devotion blooms like a flower, showing our <a href="https://www.patheos.com/blogs/faithmatters/2024/08/find-joy-and-strength-in-gods-words/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class=" decorated-link">joy</a>, sorrow, and hope to God. In <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm%2037%3A4&version=NKJV" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" class=" decorated-link">Psalm 37:4</a>, we read, “<em>Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He shall give you the desires of your hear</em>t” (NKJV). As we share our hearts with God, He fills them with <a href="https://www.patheos.com/blogs/faithmatters/2024/10/how-christians-are-finding-peace-in-christs-acceptance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class=" decorated-link">peace</a> and purpose. This love for God shapes all our actions, like roots that keep a tree strong in the wind.</span></p> <h2><b>Soul Connection </b></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">To love God with all our <a href="https://www.patheos.com/blogs/faithmatters/2024/03/connecting-spirit-body-and-soul/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class=" decorated-link">soul</a> means we seek closeness in every moment. This bond flows toward God, like a river moving toward the sea. <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm%2063%3A1&version=NKJV" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" class=" decorated-link">Psalm 63:1</a> says, “<em>O God, You are my God; early will I seek You; my soul thirsts for You</em>” (NKJV). When we seek God with our souls, we feel satisfied and whole. God’s love refreshes us, like water for a traveler on a long journey.</span></p> <h2><b>Mindful Worship </b></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Loving God with our minds means we focus our thoughts on His Word and truth. <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Proverbs%203%3A5&version=NKJV" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" class=" decorated-link">Proverbs 3:5</a> tells us, “<em>Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding</em>” (NKJV). By focusing on God’s truth, we make wise choices. Our minds become gardens filled with God’s love and promises. This wisdom helps us see the world clearly, guided by His truth.</span></p> <h2><b>Faithful Foundation </b></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jesus says this commandment is “<em>the first and great commandment</em>” (<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2022%3A38&version=NKJV" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" class=" decorated-link">Matthew 22:38</a>, NKJV). Imagine building a house without a strong foundation; it would not last. Our love for God gives us a solid foundation in life. Like a rock holding firm against strong winds, this love keeps us steady. When challenges come, this foundation helps us trust God’s power and plan.</span></p> <h2><b>Path of Purpose </b></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Loving God with our heart, soul, and mind fills us with purpose. In <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jeremiah%2029%3A11&version=NKJV" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" class=" decorated-link">Jeremiah 29:11</a>, God says, “<em>For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, thoughts of peace and not of evil</em>” (NKJV). As our love for God grows, we discover our purpose in following His path. This journey fills our lives with meaning, like a road lit by morning light. By loving God fully, we find joy, direction, and peace.</span></p> <h2><b>How to Love God with All Your Being</b></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The scripture <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2022%3A37-38&version=NKJV" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" class=" decorated-link">Matthew 22:37-38</a> shines like a guiding star in the night sky of faith. Jesus’ command to love God completely is more than a rule—it’s an invitation. As we accept this call, we feel strength, peace, and joy lighting our path. Let us hold these words close and let them guide us every day. Our love for God opens the way to a life filled with purpose, faith, and His endless love. We have a true sense of <a href="https://www.patheos.com/blogs/faithmatters/2024/10/the-power-of-forgiveness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class=" decorated-link">forgiveness</a>. This is how to love God with all your being.</span></p> <h2><b>More From Dr. David K. 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