Kingdom Roots Jesus Creed (Part 2) - KR 90
Apr 27, 2018
Explore the transformative power of the Jesus Creed: love God and others with rugged commitment. Listen as love is defined not just as sentiment, but as an active presence and advocacy. Uncover how God's guidance shapes our journey toward Christlikeness and community unity. Discover how to turn enemies into neighbors and practice the creed in daily life. Personal stories highlight the grace that can turn conflict into friendship. Finally, engage in the communal recitation of the Jesus Creed, embracing its meaning this Lent.
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Love Is Rugged, Affective, Transforming
- Scot McKnight defines biblical love as a rugged, affective commitment that includes presence, advocacy, and direction.
- Love in Scripture combines covenantal commitment with deep emotion, not emotion alone.
Advocacy Is Core To Divine Love
- Advocacy is intrinsic to God's love—"I will be your God and you will be my people" signals protection and foreness.
- The Holy Spirit as parakletos functions as an advocate, reinforcing divine foreness toward us.
Show Love By Being Present First
- Be present to prove your love; presence is the primary barometer of love.
- Earn the right to speak direction into someone's life by spending time and advocating for them first.
