Many years ago I heard a story about a famous theologian named Karl Barth, who had a tremendous grasp of the Scriptures. He had studied many years, and was a sought after speaker. One day, someone asked him what the greatest theological discovery he had made during his life. He thought for some time and finally stated,
"Jesus loves me this I know, for the Bible tells me so!"
We may have certain theological problems with Barth, but with this answer touches on one of my most pondered questions about God.
How can he love me?
I know it is only because of Christ, but why me, and not another? Sure, in theology we can say cause it was his good pleasure to do so, but why me???
I'm not looking for an answer, but reflecting on this helps me appreciate the great gift of grace I have been given in Christ.
What great questions about God do you mediate on?