Behold, what manner of love

Summary

The sermon explores the profound and sovereign love of God, emphasizing that believers are called the sons of God through His eternal and effectual love. It highlights that God's love is not based on human merit but on His divine purpose and grace, which brings believers into adoption and sonship. The preacher also encourages believers to find comfort in God's love amidst trials and to look forward to the blessed hope of Christ's return, when they will be glorified and see Him as He is. Additionally, the sermon acknowledges the reality of suffering and hatred from the world as a mark of true discipleship.