DAVID OYEDEPO JNR (August-06-2020) IGNITING THE LOVE OF CHRIST IN OUR HEARTS.
According to scripture, the nature of God is the nature of love – 1 Jn. 4:7-8
Only those who operate by love ever see the manifestations of God – Jn. 14:21
We ignite the love of Christ in our hearts by:
1. Knowing Christ – Phil. 1:9. Here, we must:
a. See Him from the word – Heb. 1:3/ 1 Sam. 3:21
b. Commune with Him in Prayer – Ex. 33:18
c. Experience Him in worship – Jn. 4:23-24
d. Meditate on God - Ps. 63:6-8/ 27:8
2. Understanding His ways – Phil. 1:9
We understand His ways by:
a. Studying the word – 2 Tim. 2:15
b. Engaging the altar of prayer – Ex. 33:18/ Ps. 103:7-8
c. Engaging the ministry of teachers – 2 Chro. 26:5
Manifestations of a heart for God include:
1. Loving others with the love of Christ – Phil. 1:8
2. Discernment and direction – Phil. 1:10
3. Bearing fruits of righteousness – Phil. 1:11