This week will build from last weekend’s exploration of incarnational theology, leading us to engage with the Great Commandment of Matthew 22. Emphasis here will be on what it looks like to see the second part of the Great Commandment through the lens of literally loving those right around us in our neighborhood, apartment hallway, or dorm floor.
SERMON OUTLINE
“Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.” (Matthew 22:36-40)
Are you loving God with everything you’ve got? (Deuteronomy 6:1-9; Luke 10:25-29)
- An ancient command and an enjoyable command.
- We talk about what we love and we love what we talk about.
- We talk about what works.
- Rekindle your love for the Lord – Share evidences of God’s grace in your life with others every day.
Are you loving your neighbor as you love yourself? (Leviticus 19:18; Luke 10:25-29; Galatians 5:14; 1 Corinthians 13:4-8; Matthew 6:9-13; 2 Corinthians 5:20; Matthew 28:18-20)
- An ancient command and an enjoyable command.
- Who is my neighbor and what is Love?
- Keeping short accounts with the Lord.
- Participating in God’s master plan – Ambassadors for God’s kingdom.
How to Love Your Neighbor (Acts 2:42-47; 1 Thessalonians 2:8)
- The power of proximity.
- The power of predictable rhythms in your life.
- The power of knowing your neighbor’s name.