...to be in a relationship with God is to be loved purely and furiously. And a person who thinks himself unlovable cannot be in a relationship with God because he can't accept who God is; a Being that is love. We learn that we are lovable or unlovable from other people...That is why God tells us so many times to love each other.
In "Blue Like Jazz," Donald Miller explores the profound connection between individuals and God, emphasizing that a genuine relationship with the divine requires an acceptance of inherent love. He argues that understanding oneself as lovable is crucial for accepting God's fundamental nature as love. Without this recognition, individuals may struggle to engage fully in their spiritual journey.
Miller further highlights the impact of social interactions on self-perception, noting that perceptions of being lovable or unlovable often stem from relationships with others. This is why he emphasizes God's repeated calls to love one another; by fostering love in our communities, we can help each other recognize our worthiness to experience divine love.
