#soap # Job 36 ## Title: God Doesn’t Hate You ## Scripture: (Job 36:5) “Indeed, God is mighty, and he does not despise people; he is mighty, and firm in his intent.” (NET) ## Observation: I have heard preachers say that God hates us before we are saved. My question has always been, what do you do with Romans 5:8, “But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” God doesn’t hate you before you are saved and doesn’t hate you now. He DOES hate your sin. He hates sin because it separates you from Him. Sin also destroys us. It corrupts the good things He desires for us. So, no matter what state you find yourself in today, realize that God loves you. He loved you so much that, before you knew Him, He made a plan for your salvation. ## Application: No matter what you are facing today, be comforted in knowing the King loves you. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for Your unfailing love.