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In the Bible, Jesus Christ tells his disciples to love one another. He says in John 15:12, "My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you." Jesus set the example of love by dying on the cross for our sins. If we want to follow Jesus, we must love others. It's not always easy, but it's worth it. When we love others, we are reflecting the love of Christ. Learn more in the message Love One Another

I. A GREAT DESIRE A. 1 Thessalonians 2:17–20 (ESV) — 17 But since we were torn away from you, brothers, for a short time, in person not in heart, we endeavored the more eagerly and with great desire to see you face to face, 18 because we wanted to come to you—I, Paul, again and again—but Satan hindered…

Intro Thank you all for being here today. It is true for many of us that undoubtedly the direction of our culture in America is moving further away from Jesus and closer to selfishness and worse yet even an anti God type culture for some. But as people of God we need to have unity and also demonstrate…

Consideration Imagine I get on a public bus and sit on an aisle seat with my legs comfortably stretched out into the aisle. When someone else gets on the bus and walks down the aisle, what do you think I might do. Why? Consideration. This is what Paul is calling us to here. Consideration of others. Good…

The Bible tells us that we should “let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another" (Colossians 3:16). This is an important commandment, because it reminds us that we are all responsible for helping each other grow in our faith. We should never stop learning, and we should always be ready to help others learn as well. Learn how we can build up the body of Christ and make sure that everyone is growing in their relationship with God in the message Teach and Admonish One Another

Today we turn our attention back to the gospels and the story of Jesus. However, we are still focusing on unpacking what it means to be a forever family of God. Over the next three weeks we will be looking at what it means to be a loving, generous, and hospitable people. So while we are going to the…

Text: John 13:34-35 34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. 35 By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.” I. Saints Have Been Charged 34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love…

Practice the basic skills to face any opponent the basic principles to apply to any situation Review We should decide not to spiritually trip or trap another believer (v. 13). The trip or trap is what another Christian believes is wrong (v. 14). You could bring down a fellow Christian by what you exercise,…

We are a busy people. We have our family and friends, our social activities and hobbies—all the things that occupy our time. But who are we along the way, when we are going from one place to the next? If you see a stranger stranded along the road do you stop to led assistance? Our response reveals much…

The Results of God’s Love I have spent a few weeks in these lessons from 1 John, talking about the results of God’s love. This is one of my favorite books in the New Testament. It is full of insight that comes from the beloved apostle John, after many years, probably many decades of living with a full…

The Results of God’s Love Message 3 in our post-Resurrection Sunday series from 1st John. We already talked about God meeting all our needs for salvation in Jesus Christ, mostly from chapter 1. Then last week we shared about what it means to “Know” God through Jesus Christ, mostly from chapter 2. I decided…

“To the angel of the church of Ephesus write, ‘These things says He who holds the seven stars in His right hand, who walks in the midst of the seven golden lampstands: “I know your works, your labor, your patience, and that you cannot bear those who are evil. And you have tested those who say they are…

What would you be willing to do? How far are you willing to go picture inserted here. Illustration: hurting child (would want to protect); sick child (be willing to take their place). A troubled child (willing to take on their punishment). What would you be willing to do, go if to save, or lead someone…

Love People Let us pray. 25 And behold, a certain lawyer stood up and tested Him, saying, “Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?” 26 He said to him, “What is written in the law? What is your reading of it? ” 27 So he answered and said, “ ‘ You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart,…

12 Hatred stirs up strife, But love covers all sins. 7 But the end of all things is at hand; therefore be serious and watchful in your prayers. 8 And above all things have fervent love for one another, for “love will cover a multitude of sins.” Intro: If the COVID-19 pandemic wasn't enough, it is layered…

Being a neighbor is to love across difference.

Be of good courage, if you are in Christ, you will never be alone.

Now these are the chiefs of David’s mighty men, who gave him strong support in his kingdom, together with all Israel, to make him king, according to the word of the Lord concerning Israel. Now these are the men who came to David at Ziklag, while he could not move about freely because of Saul the son…

The Way of Love Love, everyone wants it, everyone loves it, and the way of Christ is love and that is what we are looking at this morning. (Insert - Love makes the world go round) You know the song, and yes it is love, for love created the world, love holds the world in His hands, love was poured out…

Role: a socially expected behavior pattern usually determined by an individual’s status We are the Bride, Body, and Family… The CHURCH Responsibility or Responsible: moral, legal, or mental accountability / liable to be called to account… able to answer for one’s conduct and obligations What does God’s…

Welcome to LHC Connection Cards & Offering Continuing Sermon Series, “Transformed.” This weeks Sermon Title, “Sincere Love.” Grab your Bibles and Turn with me to Romans 12:1 Please stand for the reading of God’s Word. 1 Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your…

The person "in Christ" puts on priorities that emanate from Christ.

When you are in your quiet time and you read this passage 19 Don’t you know that your body is a temple that belongs to the Holy Spirit? The Holy Spirit, whom you received from God, lives in you. You don’t belong to yourselves. 20 You were bought for a price. So bring glory to God in the way you use your…

Little Christs In This World When you noticed this title, you may have been a little surprised at the idea of “little Christs in this world.” What, are they all over the place? Are there a bunch of little Jesuses underfoot? Do we need to watch where we step? Are they in our way? Well, you know that’s…

Introduction How can a person know that you are a Christian? What evidence do you display that reveals the genuine quality of your heart—a heart that has experienced transformation by the power of God? A Christian bears fruit in four areas of life: Worship Discipleship Fellowship COMPASSION - the focus…