THE LOVE OF GOD

Introduction:

A. The Subject Of Love

1. Many talk of love in the Bible.

2. New Testament in KJV, love (179 times), loved (42), loveth (27) a total of 248.

3. Different meanings of love are conveyed.

4. Different objects/persons loved.

B. What About The Love God Has?

Body:

I. God's Love Is Giving (John 3: 16 - 21).

A. He gave His Son.

B. He gives believers eternal life.

C. He gives salvation, not condemnation.

II. God's Love Is Demonstrated (Romans 5: 8 - 11).

A. He demonstrated His love while we were sinners.

B. He demonstrated His love by Christ's death.

C. He demonstrated His love when we were enemies.

III. God's Love Is Powerful (Romans 8: 37 - 39).

A. We are more than conquerors (winners, victors).

B. No thing can separate us from His love.

IV. God's Love Is Demanding (Hebrews 12: 5 - 11).

A. He disciplines His children.

B. His correction is for our profit.

C. His training brings forth good fruit.

Conclusion:

A. There Is Much To Be Said About Love.

1. How do we love God?

2. How do we love one another?

3. How do we love our enemies?

B. We Must First Understand How God Loves Us!

1. His love is giving.

2. His love is demonstrated.

3. His love is powerful.

4. His love is demanding.