If you have been in a conversation with me long enough, you might have heard me say something about my dog. My dog is one of my top priorities in my life. I give my dog supplements for her health. I make sure my dog gets a weekly bath. I make sure I feed her daily. I make sure she gets enough exercise to maintain a healthy weight. Anytime a health-related issue occurs, I make sure she receives proper medical attention. In essence, I would do anything to ensure my dog lives the best life I can offer. I try to go above and beyond to provide for my dog.

I am sure most who are reading this have others who depend on them. Some of you may have spouses, kids, or pets who rely on you. I am sure everyone who is reading this goes above and beyond for those who depend on them.

Whether we realize it or not, we have someone in our lives who has gone above and beyond for us. Our Father in Heaven cares about us so much. God loves each of us.

John 3:16-17 says, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”

God sent His Son to die on the cross for the sins of the world. He did so to allow us to have our sins forgiven. He did so that we might have the opportunity to gain salvation. All of us have sinned at some point. We have the chance to make things right because God loves all of us. Let us show the same love that God displays to us to those who depend on us. Go above and beyond!