Sermon Title: Love – A Resurrection Affection
Worship service date: June 2, 2019
Interim Pastor Thomas Hiltsley
Primary Bible verses:
Romans 12:9-21
1st Corinthians 13
Key sermon points:
“Love from the center of who you are, don’t fake it. Run for dear life from evil, hold on for dear life to good. Be good friends who love deeply, practice playing second fiddle.” (Rom 12:9) The Message.
The Love spoken of in the New Testament is primarily characterized by the Greek word AGAPE unconditional, unmerited love based on the character of the one loving, not on the merit of the loved one.
Jesus commanded Love in the Upper Room and made it possible after the Resurrection through the gift of the indwelling Holy Spirit.
Five truths about Love in the Resurrection Community – “Resurrection Affection”.
(1st 2 this week, remaining 3 6/16/2019)
- God loves you unconditionally.
- Like a father loves his wayward son.
- You are commanded to love God and neighbor.
- This is possible because:
- God has already provided all that we need to obey.
- When we love God and focus on God’s love for us we will find ourselves loving God and others more.
- This is possible because:
Continued to Sunday June 16