John 15:8-9

John 15:8-9. Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples. As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you:

What a glorious word! I scarcely know a text more deep, more full than this. After the same manner as God the Father loves the Son - after that same sort does the Son love us. Hear ye the words again, "As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you; continue ye in my love." He confirms us in it, and bids us live in the enjoyment of it.