A Practical Word About Loving God

Calvary Christian Fellowship of Tucson, AZ

A Practical Word About Loving God

Romans 12

March 3, 2024 • Beau Ouellette • Mark 12:28–34, 1 Peter 2:1–5, 1 Corinthians 12:4–11, 1 Corinthians 13, Philippians 2:1–11

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In Romans 12 Paul expounds on the greatest of commandments in the Bible. Love the Lord your God with all of your heart, mind, soul and strength, and love others as yourself. If you ever have wondered what it looks like to live in this way, then this is the Chapter to read daily. God’s mercy moves in the believer to give his entire life to God. Our lives are a living sacrifice, an offering totally devoted to the Lord, in response to His mercy on us.. The grace of faith helps us to think soberly about ourselves and how we can help others grow in Christ. Our gifts are just that! A gift from God to which we cannot boast. The Spirit through Paul gives us a detailed look of what our love should look like in the Church and with those outside of the Church. Do we share this kind of life that Christ lived? One dedicated to God and the love of others?

1. Understanding God’s mercy leads to an intimate dedication & devotion of mind, body and soul (all of us).

2. Understanding God’s gift of faith leads us to being used by God in the body of Christ.

3. Understanding love leads us to a steadfast, humble, perseverance in trials.

The 10% Solution

November 27, 2024 • Scott Richards • Psalm 103:2–5, Luke 17:11–19, Ephesians 2:10, Luke 5:12–16

Jesus' healing of the Ten Lepers gives us an object lesson about thankfulness. Regardless of the number of those who actually got it, the one who recognized the good thing they had gained more than their health as a result. 1. Thankfulness is recognizing the good things you have. 2. Signs follow those who believe, not the other way around. 3. Thankfulness is the perspective every Christian can have towards everything in life.

The Force of Faithfulness

November 6, 2024 • Scott Richards • Daniel 3

True Ministry

November 3, 2024 • Sean Richards • 1 Thessalonians 2, Acts 17:1–4, John 18:37, John 3:20

Paul continues his letter to Thessalonica reminding them of his example, his teachings, and his love for them as fellow believers. While he couldn't be with them in person, his hope was that they continue to grow in their relationship with God like He taught and showed them. 1. Deeds speak louder than words. 2. Love should be the priority of every believer. 3. Your respect for God will be reflected by your respect for His Word.