1. We are instructed to love one another.

2. Love is from God.

“This declaration is unique to the Christian understanding of God, distinguishing Him from other deities in ancient cultures, who were often capricious or indifferent.” https://biblehub.com/1_john/4-8.htm

3. We can not love.

4. God's love is made manifest.

“to make evident or certain by showing or displaying.” https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/manifest

5. God abides in us through His Spirit.

Sermon Questions

1. Re-read this section again--I John 4:7-21. What are two phrases that stick out to you? What do you think it is saying?

2. Do we take for granted God's love? If so, how?

3. Can people other than Christians love? Should Christians be fuller of a greater love? Why or why not?

4. Read Col. 3:12-14. What characteristic sticks out to you today that you should live out? Share that in your group.

5. What confidence comes to you when you know that the Holy Spirit lives in you?

6. Do you have any enemies? Can you submit them to the Lord, pray for them, and aim to love them?