Love
This covers posts that relate to the general topic of love. God’s love is a distinct topic.
Putting on Faith, Love, and Hope – 1 Thessalonians 5:8
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As believers, we need to continue to live by faith and love. And to keep our eyes fixed on the hope that awaits us.
Even the Wisest and Most Blessed Can Fall – 1 Kings 11:4
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Solomon's example should serve as a warning to us all. A warning to guard our hearts and minds, and be dedicated to God alone.
Colossians: A Prayer of Thanksgiving (1:1-8)
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Paul begins his letter to the Colossian church with a prayer of thanksgiving because of the faith and love that had sprung from their hope.
A Definition of Biblical Love – 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
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What is biblical love? It is patient and kind, it is not self-seeking or easily angered. It always protects, trusts, hopes, and perseveres.
Love: The Most Excellent Way – 1 Corinthians 12:31
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Paul encourages us to seek and use the gifts that the Holy Spirit gives. But more excellent than any of the gifts is the way of love.
Showing Love to God – Hebrews 6:10-11
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How can I show love to God? Hebrews tells me that as I help my brother or sister in the faith I am demonstrating love for God.
The Lamp of the Body – Matthew 6:22-23
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Your eyes are the lamp of your body. Seek to see clearly the world and people around you. And let it change the way you treat them.
Defining Love – 1 John 4:10-11
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What is love? God is love. And in giving his Son as a sacrifice for us, he models what it is to love. And we are to follow his example.
Knowledge Puffs Up; Love Builds Up – 1 Corinthians 8:1-3
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Rather than be judgmental about non-core beliefs, demonstrate love. Knowledge can puff up a person, but love builds other up.
Love and Serve the Lord – Joshua 22:5
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Joshua's charge to Israel is appropriate for us as well. To faithfully love, obey, and serve the Lord our God.
Walking Together in Love – 2 John 1:5-6
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Jesus' instructions for us were mostly pretty simple. To love God, and to love others. We are to walk together in love.
And This Is His Command – 1 John 3:23
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What does God expect of me as his child? To faithfully walk with Christ. And to love those that I am walking with. That is his command.
