Advent: The Love of Christ | Dr. Stephen Conley

Texts:  Exodus 34:5-8; John 3:16-17; 1 John 4:7-12   The Steadfast Love of God Declared in His Name (Exodus 34:5-8) This is the first passage where God declares His character to us. He is full of mercy, grace, faithfulness, and love with forgiveness for sinners.   The Stunning Love of God Demonstrated in His Son (John 3:16-17) God's love came down to us in the sacrifice of His Son, Jesus Christ. Because of Christ's condescension in love to us, we can be saved unto eternal life through faith in Christ.   The Sacrificial Love of God Displayed in His People (1 John 4:7-12) God's sacrificial love for us was clearly displayed in the incarnation and the crucifixion of Jesus Christ for our sins. Since God's love abides in us as believers, we are now compelled and equipped to love others sacrificially.