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I was reading chapter nine of Searching for God knows What by Donald Miller earlier this evening. The chapter just made me smile. In it, Don (he seems like the guy who wouldn’t care if you referred to him informally) reflects on who Jesus is after reading the Gospels about 10 times. I mean, I know who Jesus is, and I’ve read about Jesus several times in the Gospels, but sometimes it’s just cool to be reminded about Him.

I feel special and worthwhile when someone I consider popular/prestigious/well-liked/powerful spends time with me. It’s not so much that I want all their characteristics to rub off on me, it’s that they take the time to genuinely get to know little me. It’s like someone significant having a real concern about someone insignificant. I’m not saying I’m insignificant, but I’m not popular or in a position of power or anything like that.

Anyhow, Don’s words kind of reminded me of that. Jesus is so much the same way. He’s someone who was significant (though people during His time may not have known that) who had a genuine interest in those the world considered insignifcant. The same is true today. He chooses to have relationships with people who are seemingly insignificant. I mean, come on, the God of the universe wants to have a personal relationship with me. How can I ignore that?

I feel special. I feel worthwhile. I feel loved.

Guess what? I love Him too.