Love
This covers posts that relate to the general topic of love. God’s love is a distinct topic.
Laying Down Our Lives – 1 John 3:16-18
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Not many of us would likely think of themselves as martyrs. But as believers we are called to lay down our lives for other believers.
If We Keep His Commands – 1 John 2:3-6
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If we do indeed know Christ, then we will keep his command to love each other. This love is a product of a saving relationship with Christ.
Ephesians: Life in the Family (5:21-6:9)
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Paul's instructions to first century families contains useful information for families today. It also contains advice for workplace relationships.
Ephesians: Rooted and Established In Love (3:14-21)
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Paul prays that the Ephesians would be rooted and established in love, a suitable dwelling place for the Holy Spirit.
The Spirit of Power, Love, and Self-discipline – 2 Timothy 1:7
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This verse is meaningful to those of us who are timid. God has given us his Spirit, the Spirit of power, love, and self-discipline.
Flee Ungodliness; Pursue Righteousness- 1 Timothy 6:11
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As a 'man of God,' I need to flee ungodliness in all its forms. Instead, I should pursue righteousness, godliness, and other godly virtues.
Live a Life of Love – Mark 12:30-31
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Of all the 613 laws in the Old Testament, which is the most important? Jesus' response was to live a life of love. Loving God, and others.
Walk in the Way of Love – Ephesians 5:1-2
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We are called to follow the example that Jesus set for us. As dearly loved children, walk in the way of love.
Filled to the Measure – Ephesians 3:17-19
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Be rooted in love to grasp the extent of God's love, fully experiencing his love. Then you can be filled to the measure with God's fullness.
Made Alive with Christ – Ephesians 2:4-5
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I was lost in sin. But God, in his mercy, reached out to me with his offer of salvation and made me alive with Christ. Saved by God's grace.
Restoring the Fallen – Galatians 6:1-2
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How do you respond to the brother or sister who has gotten caught up in sin? Paul calls on us to carefully seek to restore the fallen.
The Fruit of the Spirit – Galatians 5:22-23
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Exhibiting the fruit of the Spirit is only possible when we walk with the Spirit and let him work them out within our lives.
