Who Are We To Love?

N.T.# 785 "Who Are We to Love?" 

April 28, 2026 

John 15-Part 5 

LET IT GLOW 

It's easy to love those who love us, treat us well, and give to us. What about those who say hurtful things to and about us, degrade us, withhold from us the good we deserve, even physically and emotionally abuse us? Are we still showing them love in spite of their actions toward us?

What is Jesus telling us about love? 

*Love one another as I have loved you. (verses 12)

*Love your enemies., bless and pray for them. (Matthew 5:44)

*Lay down your life for your friends. (verse 13)

*Love God with all our heart, soul, mind, strength. 

Love is the decision to compassionately, righteously, responsibly, and sacrificially seek the well-being of another. Love is not depending on our feelings, so we can love people whom we may not necessarily like. Love isn't driven by our feelings. Love is driven by sacrifice for the welfare of others. Laying down our life for our friends is the greatest expression of love. (verse 13)  (The Tony Evans Bible Commentary)

LET IT GROW 

Do we want to be a friend of Jesus'? Then we must do whatsoever He commands us to do. (verse 14)

Only two people in the Old Testament were described as "friends of God." It was Abraham and Moses. David loved God. 

Jesus' disciples were His friends. He shared what was on His heart. He disclosed to them what the Father shared with Him. 

Are we seeking after God with all our heart?

LET IT GO

Help us let go of our self and love You, God, and love others.