Do Everything in Love – 1 Corinthians 16:13-14
Be on guard, stand firm against our enemy. Be courageous and strong. But do so in love. Let love temper everything we do.
But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. (2 Cor. 4:7 NIV)
This covers posts that relate to the general topic of love. God’s love is a distinct topic.
Be on guard, stand firm against our enemy. Be courageous and strong. But do so in love. Let love temper everything we do.
There are many things we might strive after as believers. But love, the most excellent way, should be right at the top of the list.
As Christians, there are many things that we are free to do. But don’t be a stumbling block that leads another believer to sin.
God’s love for me obligates me to love others. Always continue to pay off your debt of love. And this will fulfill the Old Testament Law.
Many people live a life that appears good on the outside, but are full of greed. Jesus tells us to first clean the inside, then the outside will be clean.
The church at Ephesus was an example for service and obedience, with one hugh problem; they had abandoned their first love for Christ.
Can you love God without obedience to him? John pretty clearly responds to that question saying that obedience to God is love for him. I cannot rightly claim to love God and blatantly disregard his instruction for my life.
Love drives out fear, fear of death and the judgement. When we abide in God’s love we need not fear what is to come and can have confidence.
Jesus commanded us as to love each other. This is not a suggestion or optional command. We should love each other as Jesus has loved us.
As we love, we will likely find that the things that bothered us before are transformed into positives. Love covers a multitude of sins.