Pulpit Themes 1 John 4:19 We love him, because he first loved us. I. THE LOVE OF GOD. 1. Its antiquity. 2. Its sovereignty. 3. It is displayed in Christ. 4. It has ever been a love of complacency and delight. 5. It is unchangeable and everlasting. II. THE CHARACTER OF THE CHRISTIAN'S LOVE TO GOD. 1. It is not natural to man. 2. It is caused or produced by the love of God. 3. It is influenced by the love of God. 4. It is manifested in various ways. (1) It boldly professes Christ before the world. (2) It manifests anxious solicitude and suitable exertions to advance Christ's kingdom in the world. (3) It constrains to the consecration of our talents to God's service. (4) It readily makes sacrifices when necessary. (5) It is manifested by loving that which God loves. 5. Love to God is necessary. (Pulpit Themes.) Parallel Verses KJV: We love him, because he first loved us. |
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