Abiding in Christ’s Love
Northwest Bible Church – Aug. 17, 2014 – Worship Service – Alan Conner
John 15:9-11
Abiding in Christ’s love
Intro
A. THE LOVE OF CHRIST EXPRESSED (John 15:9a).
1) The Love of the Father for the Son.
2) The love of the Son for us.
B. THE LOVE OF CHRIST EXHORTED (John 15: 9b).
1) Abide in Christ’s love for us.
2) Abide in our love for Christ.
C. THE LOVE OF CHRIST EXPLAINED (John 15:10).
1) What commandments?
2) Obedience is how we abide in His love.
3) Our obedience will be imperfect.
4) Christ’s example.
D. THE LOVE OF CHRIST ENJOYED (John 15:11).
1) Two joys.
a) Christ’ joy in saving us.
b) Our joy in being saved.
2) Our joy is tied to our obedience.
Conclusion