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