Isaiah 49 - God engraved our names on his palms - even though we feel forsaken,God will not forget us-
Engraved means more than tattoo - it is engraving with chisel and hammer - which reminds us of the cross
We are freeloading off of God's goodness like a baby off mother and father - there is no way for us to pay him back
Even then God delights in us and God aches for us- that is why he traded places with us for us -
Behold the throne of God above
God made you so God can love you; God made you so you can love God. Loving relationship for a complete life.
God made you so you can be the salt and the light in the world. God made you to love your neighbor.
Sprinkle influence. Enhance the flavor. Preserve and transform by the renewing of your mind.
God loved me when I was dirty filthy sinful etc. So I love you neighbor.
Galatians 5 - Only thing that matters is faith expressing itself through love
Galatians 6 - Sphere of influence / place of need / people have many needs and each one of us have influence
This is the new command: Love one another
1. Who we love - three threats (a) distractions (b) distance (c) discouragement (ex) bad experience at a restaurant don't stop you from eating. bad experience with one relationship shouldn't stop you from having other relationship
2. How we love - by paying the cost - not about being nice but doing just and righteous things
3. When we love - world will notice -
Are you loved this way?
Are you loving this way?
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