Sermon Notes

1.) (26-28) For some, the presence of God can be quite painful. For these folks, their negative view of God is all too often because of God’s people.

2.) (29-31) To love someone, we must fully understand them. Anything else risks further harm. How many neighbors have we served without knowing them?

3.) (32-35) A truly loving Christian works within their limitations. This means, to do no harm, to really doing all we can; this means we must always redirect every circumstance, every bit of recognition, every conversation, and person. Everything, to God be the glory, who is with us always.

4.) (36-39) Honor Christ’s crucifixion. God didn’t go out of his way so that you can remain stuck in your own ways. With insurmountable love, God endures all things so that you, yes you, can endure through the discomfort of fully knowing and loving your neighbor.