The Hebrew word "hesed" is often translated as "love" or "mercy". It is a hard word to define. Theologian John Oswalt says hesed is "a completely undeserved kindness and generosity." Hesed is not just a feeling, it's an action. It intervenes on behalf of loved ones and comes to their rescue. Hesed is not romantic love. It's faithful. It's reliable. It's a wife praying for her husband to know God. It's a dad once again bailing out his drug-addicted son. It's parents who lovingly care daily for their autistic child. Today, you can rely on God's hesed for you no matter what you face.
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