“But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness.” (James 3:17-18)
December 12th 2010 - "God’s Love Returned" - Dan Stewart
Afterward the Israelites will return and seek the LORD their God and David their king. They will come trembling to the LORD and to his blessings in the last days. (Hosea 3:5)
Main thoughts: I. God’s love is lavished on those lost in sin. II. God’s love frees us for intimicy with him. III. God’s love restores us to his purpose for life.
Summary: The baby of Bethlehem is the embodiment of God’s love. Have you seen God’s love revealed in the Christmas season? Have you received his love and returned it to him?
Hosea 3:1-5 (click on Verse to see passage in NIV Translation)