"基督徒并不认为上帝会因为我们是好人而爱我们，而是认为上帝会因为爱我们而使我们变好。"
— C. S. Lewis
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This quote means that Christians believe God's love comes first and is not something you earn by being good. Imagine a parent and a child: a parent loves their child unconditionally, not because the child is perfect, but because of their special bond. Because of this love, the parent helps the child grow, learn, and become better. In the same way, Christians think God's love is given freely and it’s this love that inspires and helps people to become better. So, the idea is that God’s love motivates them to do good things and be good people, rather than needing to be good beforehand to receive His love. This can be comforting and encouraging for anyone who feels they aren't perfect but wants to improve in life.
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