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