Sunday, 9/21/2025

Discover the profound difference between worldly love and God's agape love in this enlightening message. Learn how Jesus introduced a revolutionary standard of love that transforms lives and communities. The ancient Greeks had four distinct words for love, but agape—God's selfless, sacrificial, and unconditional love—stands above all others. This message explores why love matters so deeply, affecting both our quality of life and even our longevity.Understand what made Jesus' command to 'love one another' truly new—not the instruction itself, but the unprecedented standard: 'as I have loved you.' Explore three key differences between God's love and conventional love: it's about action rather than feeling, it's empowered by the Holy Spirit rather than human effort, and it remains fresh and transformative rather than becoming stale or self-serving.Learn practical ways to minister through God's love—to God through worship, to believers through service, and to unbelievers as witnesses. Discover how to address physical, emotional, and spiritual needs while building up the body of Christ. This message includes thought-provoking questions for personal reflection on loving like Jesus in everyday relationships.Keywords: agape love, Christian love, loving like Jesus, God's love, unconditional love, sacrificial love, spiritual growth, Christian relationships, Holy Spirit power, Christian discipleship, biblical love, Christian community, spiritual transformation, Christian ministry, Christian service, body of Christ, Christian witness, John 13:34-35, C.S. Lewis quotes on love, Christian living

Love God. Love Others. Live It Out