Gods_Love

CRK Long-Term Assignment Answers Number 1 I. THROUGH HIS SON, JESUS CHRIST A. John 3:16. "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." . II. THROUGH CHASTISEMENT Deut. 11:2. "And knew ye this day: for I speak not with your children which have not known, and which have not seen the chastisement of the LORD your God, his greatness, his mighty hand, and his stretched out arm." One of the greatest means of showing His love for us is that He takes time to chastise us when we have done wrong. His chastisement says to us, " I care,you are important to me, I have a special plan and purpose for you." B. Job 34:31. "Surely it is meet to be said unto God, I have borne chastisement, I will not offend any more." 1. You are not a misfit in God's family. 2. If you have been saved, then you are a child of God, and you fully qualify for His love. 3. God yearns for your cooperation in working His purpose in your life. 4. Do not shun the hand of our Chastiser, it is His way of saying I love you. C. Heb. 12:8. "But if ye be without chastisement, whereof all are partakers, then are ye bastards, and not sons." 1. The chastening hand of the Heavenly Father bears record that He is a loving and a caring Father. 2. If there is no chastisement, then God is not our Father. III. THROUGH HIS BLESSINGS A. The Example of Israel. 1. For 40 years the Israelites' needs were met in every manner. 2. God provided every need for the entire Nation of Israel, more than 3 million people. a. Their shoes never wore out. b. He provided all the food and water for them during this time. c. The manna was fresh every day. d. The quail was available to every person. e. He defeated enemy time and time again. IV. THROUGH HIS PROMISES OF SECURITY cf. Rom. 8:35-39. A. Eternal security is a great expression of love that the Father gives to us. B. In the Book of Romans Paul takes us on a journey through the doctrine of God's plan for all people. C. Then in the last few verses of Romans 8 Paul declares this great promise to us: "NOTHING SHALL SEPARATE US FROM THE LOVE OF GOD." | | ------------------------------------------------- Top of FormBottom of Form14 Ways to Love Your NeighborsNumber 2Exchange simple greetings. If you are consistently friendly when you meet people on the stairs, in the elevator, or during a neighborhood walk, eventually you'll have the opportunity to get to know them. Pass along a compliment. Solomon wrote, "How good is a timely word!" (Prov. 15:23). A cheerful word can still open doors to relationships, even in our impersonal society. . Welcome neighbors warmly. Hospitality is emphasized throughout Scripture, and it's a great way to break down barriers and demonstrate Christ's love. Share a meal. Jesus knew how significant sharing a meal could be. He often met with "sinners" in their homes and spoke to thousands of people at mealtimes. We should do suit. 5. Share a book. Sharing food for the stomach is one thing. Have you considered sharing food for the mind' Do you have a book that one of your neighbors might enjoy reading' It's easy to loan out books, particularly as you learn your neighbors' interests. Share a skill. If you are particularly good at interior decorating, fixing a car, greasing bicycle wheel bearings, landscaping, and so on, set aside a few hours on a weekend. Let other neighbors know when you will be using your particular skill and that you are willing to pass on a few tips or do some hands-on work. Volunteer advice. Perhaps you've learned about something the hard way, and your neighbor hasn't. Meet obvious needs. Sometimes the best way to meet a neighbor is to be sensitive to a need. We've seen this happen over and over again. Watch for special opportunities. The opportunity to meet others' needs is not always obvious. Occasionally we have to initiate the action, not merely respond to the situation. Number 3 God”s Love | Human Love | God’s Love is Infinite, Limitless, Unfathomable | Human love is not. | God’s Love is Eternal | Human love is not eternal | God’s Love is Holy | Human love is not always holy | God’s Love is Sacrificial | Human love is not sacrificial | God’s Love is Sovereignly Bestowed By Grace | Human love is not | God’s love is not given to men because they are lovely. He has chosen to love us in spite of our miserable condition. | Human love is not given to chosen people | God’s Love Evidenced in the Forgiveness of Sins | Human love is not | God’s Love is Immutable, Changeless | Human love is very changeless | | |