love = purpose?

What is the purpose and end of God's love? What does he say to the woman caught in adultery?

" When Jesus had raised Himself up and saw no one but the woman, He said to her, 'Woman, where are those accusers of yours? Has no one condemned you?' She said, 'No one, Lord.' And Jesus said to her, 'Neither do I condemn you; go and sin no more.' " [John 8:10-11]

Sadly in today's culture we emphasis the great message of forgiveness - "neither do I condemn you" - but forget the command to "go and sin no more." Both are equally important in understanding God's love toward us. God does not throw around His love carelessly, but purposely pours it out on His own children for their salvation and sanctification.


What does God desire from us as believers? I would say Colossians 3 gives us a good practical answer to that question. Done.

*Jaiqu