Love is Your First Work (Part I)

Over the last few weeks, taught on the importance of unforgiveness. So, today, Bishop Rodgers teaches from Revelations 2:4-5/Colossians 3:14 on the importance of love. In Revelations, Jesus shifted from patting the church on the back to a rebuke because the lost their first love. First love always involves passion in the pursuit of an intimate relationship. The church cared more about ritual than love. If the church failed to repent, Christ would remove its lamp stand, that is put out its light. The church was busy with all kind of tremendous works, but these were not designated as "the work of faith." They lost their love for Christ and His people. We must never forget the superiority of relationship over performance. Love is an active verb that is directed outward toward others. Cold love does not equate to old love, it is love without passion. As you listen to this life-changing message, reflect on your relationship with Christ and your relationship with His people. If you fall short, then simply repent and change from your old ways. Continue to fellowship and trust in God, and let Him direct your path. Have a safe and bless week.