Jesus loved his disciples during his ministry on earth, and now he loved them to the very end (John 13:1b). Elizabeth Johnson, a professor at Lutheran Institute of Theology, posits that Jesus loving his disciples to "the very end" means this love extends not only to the end of their lives on earth but also to the end of all times, which is no ending for those who believe in Christ. What is clear is Jesus loved his disciples without condition or reservation, and this was the fulfillment of his mission.
The fulfillment of our mission on earth is not yet complete, but knowing Jesus loves us fully and completely makes all the difference in this world.
APPLICATION: Make a difference in this world today. Love without condition or reservation.