God's love meets us at our worst and secures us for what's ahead.

Paul now deepens our understanding of God's love. He does not point to our worthiness. He points to our condition:

• helpless
• ungodly
• sinners
• enemies

That is when Christ died for us. This is what makes the gospel unlike any human system. Most people may sacrifice for someone considered good or deserving. But God acts toward those who had nothing to offer. His love is not a response to our value. It is the source of it. 

If God reconciled us while we were still enemies, how much more will He save us now that we are reconciled? The cross is ot only proof of forgiveness. It is proof of God's commitment. And because of that, we can be confident in His ongoing work.

Reflection ?: Do you approach God as though you still need to prove your worth to Him?

Dig Deeper: Why does Paul emphasize our condition before Christ instead of our effort after?