In this sermon, Pastor Paul explores the first Core Value of Christ Methodist: Act in Love, diving into the profound implications of 1 John 4:7-21.
He unpacks the roots of love, understanding that love flows directly from God's character. As we explore the powerful gift of the Gospel, we reflect on how God's sacrificial love through Jesus Christ serves as the foundation for our love toward others.
When we delve into the significance of God’s initiative in loving us first, he draws parallels between God's unyielding love for us and how we are called to love others. In this context, love is not passive but active, transformative, and rooted in the deeper understanding that God abides in us through His Spirit.
Embracing God's love builds our confidence to act in love, especially in times of conflict or uncertainty. Listeners are reminded that true love, perfected in us, dispels fear and compels us to live out the commandment to love one another.
This sermon encourages us to move beyond passive feelings and into active, Christ-centered love, living out the Gospel in practical ways in our relationships with others.
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