The Outward Flow from the Inward Gift

Summary

The sermon emphasizes that the love of God is an inward gift received through the new birth, which naturally flows outward in love toward God and others. True love is demonstrated by keeping God's commandments and loving one another as Christ loved us, serving as evidence of genuine faith and discipleship. The preacher highlights the importance of active love in deed and truth, accountability within the Christian community, and the continual sanctification of believers through the indwelling Spirit. Love is described as the greatest commandment and the defining mark of a true follower of Christ.