The Journey of Unconditional Love

Main Point:  God loves you unconditionally and as children of God, we will portray God’s unconditional love to others as instruments of His Glory.  
 
Scriptures about God’s love:
Romans 5:8. God’s unconditional love is shown through his plan for salvation through Jesus Christ.
1 John 4:8-10.  God is love and he demonstrates it through His Son Jesus Christ.
 
Definitions:
Unconditional love is affection or devotion offered freely, without any conditions or expectations of something in return. It's a love that is not based on someone's actions or performance, but on their inherent worth. It's sometimes referred to as compassionate love or agape love.
 
The Bible says in scripture that love looks like this:  1 Corinthians 13:4-8.  "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, and always perseveres. Love never fails.

Love is not:

• Selfish
• Proud
• Angry and Vengeful
• Counting others wrong doings

The Journey of unconditional Love:

• God is a good God.
• God loves all mankind unconditional (your sins have no impact on God’s love)
• God offers unconditional acceptance to all mankind through Jesus Christ.
• Christian’s accept God’s unconditional love and begin a journey to be Christlike.
• As Christians grow they become more Christlike (9 fruits of the spirit).  Galatians 5:22-23
  • Love: A genuine, selfless concern for others, rooted in God's love.
  • Joy: A deep, unwavering happiness that is not dependent on circumstances.
  • Peace: A state of tranquility and harmony, both within oneself and with others.
  • Patience: A willingness to bear with others, even when it is difficult, without becoming angry or resentful.
  • Kindness: Showing compassion and gentleness towards others.
  • Goodness: Acting morally and ethically, reflecting God's character.
  • Faithfulness: Being loyal and dependable, especially in relationships with God and others.
  • Gentleness: Showing meekness and humility, even in the face of adversity.
  • Self-control: Exercising discipline and restraint, especially in areas where one is tempted to sin.
• As Christian becomes more Christlike, then unconditional love begins to flow through us into others. 
  • You become an instrument of His Love to bring Glory to His Kingdom

Summary:

• God loves you unconditionally
• If you have accepted this great love, you are being transformed by the renewing of your mind to be an instrument of unconditional love.
• As you grow, the Holy Spirit will lead you into righteousness where joy and peace and belonging are everlasting.
• Be set free into God’s great unconditional love
• God loves you unconditionally and as children of God, we will portray God’s unconditional love to others as instruments of His Glory.