Sunday Sermon: What Does Loving God Look Like?

Psalm 1:1-3

"Blessed is the man
who walks not in the counsel of the wicked,
nor stands in the way of sinners,
not sits in the seat of scoffers;
but his Delight is in the law of the Lord,
and on his law he meditates day and night.
He is like a tree
planted by streams of water
that yields fruit in its season,
and its leaf does not wither."


A person who loves God is a living embodiment of Psalm 1. That is how you will know them. They are those who lives and die in the faith of Christ in order to be witnesses and bring others to Christ.

Fruit of Loving God

Assurance in the Gospel
Have unshaken faith in the assurance of salvation
Be saturated in the Gospel , dig into the Word
Love the Gospel as Life
Never grow weary or tired or it, never move on from this essential message


Zestful Joy
Believe yourself to be truly rich in this world because of your relationship with God
Be content, happy, joyful
Love simple things
Not, 'be simple minded,' but have joy in living simply without the distractions of worldly things
Do not futilely pursue things that fade away - have real everlasting joy
Deeply know and express that having Christ is all you need

Inexpressible Peace
No matter what happens on earth, have unflappable peace and assurance
Do not be anxious, worry, or distrust God's good plan
Thank God for your struggles, they produce character and build your faith

Undiminished Purpose
We are here to bring Glory to Him
God is glorified most when we are most satisfied in Him
What is the chief purpose of man?
To glorify God and enjoy Him forever
Build relationships to bring others to Christ
Proclaim Christ without ceasing
Ask God for opportunities to make you useful in advancing His kingdom
It is NOT about making much of ourselves

Heavenly Hope
2 Timothy 4:6-8
"For I am already poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that Day, and not only to me but also to all who have love his appearing."
We will be like Stephen, seeing Christ standing, welcoming us. Saying welcome home, well done.
"This world is not my home, I'm just a-passin through."