Love
This covers posts that relate to the general topic of love. God’s love is a distinct topic.
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.
Faith Expressing Itself Through Love – Galatians 5:6
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We are not saved by anything we could possibly do, it is a work of God received by faith. A faith that expresses itself through love.
All One in Christ – Galatians 3:26-28
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There are many things that divide us in the world. But as believers we have been baptised into Christ, and in him we are one.
Do Everything in Love – 1 Corinthians 16:13-14
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Be on guard, stand firm against our enemy. Be courageous and strong. But do so in love. Let love temper everything we do.
Love: the Most Excellent Way – 1 Corinthians 13:1-8
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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.
A Stumbling Block to the Weak – 1 Corinthians 8:9
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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.
The Unending Debt of Love – Romans 13:8
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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.
Full of Greed and Self-Indulgence – Matthew 23:25-26
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Many people live a life that appears good but are full of greed. Jesus tells us to clean the inside and then the outside will follow.
You Have Abandoned Your First Love – Revelation 2:4
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The church at Ephesus was an example for service and obedience, with one hugh problem; they had abandoned their first love for Christ.
Loving God Means Keeping His Commands – 1 John 5:3
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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.
Perfect Love Drives Out Fear – 1 John 4:18
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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.
A New Command to Love One Another – John 13:34
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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.