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Aug 21, 2023 40 min

A Journey into Self-Emptying Love

from First Love Church Hosted by Heather and Dennis Drake

Picture yourself standing in the center of love's vast expanse – the love of God, love for self, and love for others. What does it look like? What does it feel like? We journey into these questions and more, showing you how to make self-emptying love an everyday practice and a gift of extraordinary magnitude. We turn the spotlight on the power of God’s love, its ability to help overcome fears, and how falling head over heels with Jesus brings an unrivaled peace. Imagine having a compass to monitor your faith, one that points directly to the presence of God in your life. We delve into this concept as we reflect on the profound truth of God being within those who acknowledge Jesus as the Son of God. We also wrestle with the resistance humans naturally have toward love and the temptation to fall back on rules, not faith. And of course, we couldn't possibly ignore the classic love chapter, 1 Corinthians 13, as we dissect its timeless message. Finally, think of all the ways in which love could reshape your world – the way you perceive yourself, your interactions with others, and even the problems that seem unsolvable. We not only discuss the necessity of cherishing ourselves and others but also how love can bridge gaps, bring healing, and provide answers to the world's problems. Support the show This podcast is made possible, thanks to the generosity of our donors. If you would like to support the ongoing work of First Love Church you can donate at https://www.firstlovechurch.org/giving In the service of LOVE, Pastors Dennis and Heather Drake

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Picture yourself standing in the center of love's vast expanse – the love of God, love for self, and love for others. What does it look like? What does it feel like? We journey into these questions and more, showing you how to make self-emptying love an everyday practice and a gift of extraordinary magnitude. We turn the spotlight on the power of God’s love, its ability to help overcome fears, and how falling head over heels with Jesus brings an unrivaled peace. Imagine having a compas...

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A Journey into Self-Emptying Love

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  1. 0:01 The Power and Practice of Love
  2. 8:04 The Gift of Ordinary Time
  3. 21:48 God's Love and Acceptance
  4. 28:01 Love and Acceptance of Self, Others
  5. 34:49 The Power of Love
  6. 39:30 Expanding God's Love and Forgiveness

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