(PART 1)
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According to Jesus, the greatest commandment involves loving God. However, we cannot love God by ourselves. We learn to love by asking God to love through us.
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READ: Josh. 22:5; Ps. 84:1-2; Matt. 7:21-23; Matt. 22:37-40; Luke 7:36-50; Luke 10:38-42.
HEART ISSUE: God is the only true source of love. How have you been trying to love God in your own strength?
PRAYER FOCUS: Father, thank You for including us in the love affair You share with Your Son. Open our hearts to receive Your love so that we may worship and know You. Amen.
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(PART 2)
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Love is the most powerful force in human existence. According to Paul, love never fails. When we persistently love others, hearts change and lives are healed.
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READ: Ex. 34:6-7; Rom. 13:8-10; 1 Cor. 13:8-13; 1 Pet. 4:8-10; 1 John 3:11-24; 1 John 4:7-12.
HEART ISSUE: How is God’s love distinct from what humans call love? Which one do you predominantly exhibit?
PRAYER FOCUS: Father, we confess we need your love. Teach us how to abide in your love so that your power may flow through us to affect others. Amen.