God is love, and that love defines our brand. We strive to love like God does. And if you’re not there yet, you’re still on the journey of learning.
The Bible says love is the greatest (2 Peter 1:5–8). You can add on faith, knowledge, and kindness, but love stands complete—because God is love.
Different churches are known for different things, but we want to be known for one thing: Love.
Love is our identity; it’s the uniform we wear. It’s through love that the world will recognize us as disciples of Jesus. Your very purpose is to love as God loves.
As children of God, it’s essential to understand just how deeply He loves you. Agape—God’s love—is unconditional. Love isn’t just something He gives; Love is who He is. God loves you simply because He’s God—not because of anything you’ve done to earn it. He embraces you as you are, and His love transforms from the inside out.
It doesn’t discriminate, divide, or exclude. His goodness and love are what lead us to repentance.
God made a choice to love all of us, and He always makes the first move. He is the true lover, and His love never fails.
God’s love is the most powerful and relevant message in the world today. He doesn’t focus on where you are, but on who you’re becoming. He doesn’t shame or expose our failures—He covers a multitude of sins.
As Malachi 7:19 reminds us, God forgives and forgets.
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His love is abundant and generous. He gives without holding back. God’s love isn’t based on rules or performance—it flows from grace. And no matter what, He never stops believing in you.
The life you live carries His divine ability—you have the power to love just as He loves (1 John 4:13).
People shouldn’t have to search far to find God; they should see Him revealed through the way you live and love.
We’re here to reflect God’s kind of love to everyone around us—even our “village people.” The greatest thing you can ever do on this earth is to show the love of God.
Ways We Can Express the Love of God:
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Do a kind act for someone every day, without discrimination.
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Smile at people—smile at everyone.
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Greet people.
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Send a credit alert.
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Call people and find out how they’re doing—especially if it’s been a while since you’ve seen them.
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Call to check up on your parents.
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Bless your branch pastor.
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Ask people how they’re doing, and stop to listen to their response.
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Give rides—with discernment.
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When you sit around people, be a blessing to them.
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Honour the older person.
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Bless volunteers, interns, workers, cleaners, waiters, etc.
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Take care of people’s needs.
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Remove the “Do Not Disturb” sign.
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Give positive and encouraging compliments.
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Never go through the day without increasing someone’s joy.
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Overlook people’s mistakes.
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Give something away every day—it can be tangible or intangible.
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Be aggressive in good works. Do something big for someone.
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Set aside money for doing good.
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When you borrow money, pay back with a little interest.
Love is a powerful force—it conquers hate and overcomes evil. It fills your life with joy and makes you a light to others. Love never fails.
Preacher – Pastor Sarah Omakwu
Title – Love Like God
Scriptures – 1 John 4:7–19, 1 John 3:16–18, John 13:34–35
