Troy Mills Christian Church

December 20, 2020

Fourth Sunday of Advent

Advent Readings: 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16; Psalm 89:1-4, 19-26

Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

I. Paul describes the “Agape’ Love” as it was exhibited by Jesus. Agape’ love is the most radical love. It is a gift that is given from one person to another.

II. You will find the word “love” about 300 times in the Scriptures. It is a major theme in the Word, which only makes sense since the one who breathed the Word into the hearts of the 40 writers of Scriptures was love Himself.

A. 1 John 1:7-11

III. It was love that caused God to send Jesus to the earth

A. John 3:16-17

IV. It was love that caused Joseph not to divorce Mary

A. Luke 2:51-52

B. A love for God and a love for Mary

V. Love was the core of Jesus’ teaching

A. Matthew 22:36-40

VI. Love was and is to be the “trademark” of all Christ-followers

A. John 13:24-25

VII. Love brings hope, brings peace, and brings joy into our lives. Love makes all things new

A. 2 Corinthians 5:17