What does genuine Christian love look like in everyday life? In this sermon from 1 John 3:11–18, we are reminded that love is not merely something we feel or say—it is something we live out because of what Christ has done for us. John contrasts the way of love with the way of hatred and calls believers to examine the evidence of their faith. Those who belong to Jesus love one another because He first loved us. Love for fellow Christians is not optional or secondary—it is a clear sign that we belong to Him.
Big Idea: Those who belong to Jesus love one another because He loved us. Love for other Christians is a sign that we belong to Jesus. Whether you are encouraged, challenged, or convicted, this passage invites us to reflect on how the gospel shapes our relationships within the body of Christ.
