Fruit, Faith, and the Gospel: Love (1 John 4:7-12)

Key idea: God is love and we love one another as we live in His love.

1. The Person of Love (v. 7-8)

  • Not “Love is god”
  • But “God is love”

2. The Proof of Love (v. 9-10)

  • Gifts us life
  • Pays our price
  • Loves us first

3. The Perfection of Love (v. 11-12)

  • Loves steps forward
  • Love sacrifices and serves