The Issue of Love

The Big Idea: We violate the sixth commandment when we choose to carry darkness in our heart toward another person.

Exodus 20:13 (p.13)
Genesis 4:1-7 (p.3)
1 John 3:11-15 (p.856)
Hebrews 11:4 (p. 843)

Your WOUNDS provide an open door for evil and for God.

The evil one desires to HAVE you, and WOUNDS are a very effective tool.

The one thing no one can ever take from you is the power to CHOOSE.

The way to anchor yourself and your choice is LOVE.

LOVE is laying down your life for OFFENDERS.



What does Jesus have to say on this subject?
Matthew 5:21-26 (p. 678)
-If you are ANGRY, you are subject to judgment.
-Reconciliation is more important to God than WORSHIP.
-Jesus’ advice: Settle the case quickly or it will NOT GO WELL FOR YOU.


How do I move forward?
-Receive GRACE.
-Seek RECONCILIATION.
-FORGIVE

Luke 17:1-4 (p. 731)