Love is Jesus

Preaching – Sr Pastor Chris Reutepohler – Series “What is Love: A Study of 1 John” Scripture passage: 1 John 4:7-12 Outline:

Claim: Let us love one another (v. 7)

Evidence: 4 Facts

1. Love is from God (v. 7)
2. Whoever loves has been born of God and knows God (v. 7)
3. Whoever does not love does not know God (v. 8)
4. God is love (v. 8)

Explanation:

1. Jesus is love made manifest among us (v. 9)
2. Life is given through Him
3. God initiated this love (v. 10)
4. By sending Jesus as propitiation for our sins

Conclusion:     If God so loved us . . .

Then we also should love one another