Texts: John 15:9-17Pastor Edward MonteilhAugust 29, 2021
Intro/Review: “Rehearsal”, Parables, Review, God’s Objective
A. God’s Love, The Essential Nutrient
1. Modeled by God the Father and God the Son (v. 9; John 3:35, 5:20; 17:24; Matt. 3:17; Mark 9:7)
2. Demonstrated by God the Son to His followers (v. 9, 13; John 17:26)
3. Commanded of us by Jesus, the Son of God (v. 12, 17)
B. God’s Love, Keeping the Storehouses Full
1. Holding to the Commands of God (v. 10, 13; Mk. 12:30-31)
2. Willfully Acting (1 Cor. 13:4-8; Gal. 5:22-23)
3. Seeking and Extending Forgiveness (Prov. 17:9)
C. God’s Love, Its Life Changing Effects
1. Friendship with Jesus = Full Partnership in the “Family Business” (vs. 14-15; 2 Cor. 5:17-20; Matt. 4:19)
2. Complete Joy ( v. 11)
3. Divine Assistance and Capabilities (v. 16)
Conclusion/Call/Response
