Love that Faileth Not

Love never Fails 1 Corinthians 13:1 Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not love, I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal. 1 Corinthians 13:13 And now abideth faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love.

Love Never Fails 1 Cornithians 13:8 Things fail eg watch Relationships fail But love never fails. How is this possible? What kind of love is this? And in what way it never fails?

Meaning of Agape Act of the mind Romans 12:20 - Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. John 13:34 - A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.

1. Jesus loves us before we think of Him Romans 5:8 - But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. He loved us while we were busy with our own indulgences, not sparing a thought for Him. Jesus loves us enough to notice us, choose us and die for us!

2. Jesus devoted 7/24 of His time for others Jesus came to give His life a ramson for our sins Each day Jesus lived, He used it to serve us. Only time He had for himself was when He spent time with God John 17:15 - "I pray not that thou shouldest take them out of the world, but that thou shouldest keep them from the evil." 1. Jesus first loved us

3. His love knows no colours, race or status Jesus saved his highest praises for other races – 10 lepers, Good Samaritian etc Matthew 8:10 - When Jesus heard it, he marvelled, and said to them that followed, Verily I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel. Whatever your station in life, Jesus reaches out to where you, with His grace to turn your heart back home to God 1. Jesus first loved us 2. He devoted His life for us

4. Jesus' love is totally unconditional Mary, Martha and Lazarus embraced Him Judas betrayed Him He longingly watched the rich young ruler walked away Always reaching out, never forcing Revelation 3:20 - "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him… 1. Jesus first loved us 2. He devoted His life for us 3. His love goes beyond colour, race or status

5. Jesus loved the poor, despised & marginalised He had a tax collector amongst His apostles, A prositute among His supporters. Never before has a rabbi ever washed his disciple - John 13:4 He do not shun the poor, despised or marginalised Luke 7:34 - The Son of man is come eating and drinking… a friend of publicans and sinners! 1. Jesus first loved us 2. He devoted His life for us 3. His love goes beyond colour, race or status 4. His love is unconditional regardless of response

6. Jesus takes time for the little children Mark 10:14 - But when Jesus saw it, he was much displeased, and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me He had a busy schedule Children bring nothing to the table A distraction at best But much displeased Eg. President 1. Jesus first loved us 2. He devoted His life for us 3. His love goes beyond colour, race or status 4. His love is unconditional regardless of response 5. Special place in His love for the poor, down- trodden & marginalised

7. Jesus loved the church so much Acts 20:28 - Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood. Jesus built the church, died for her and is sustaining her. Do we love it as much to build it, or do we divide and destroy it? 1. Jesus first loved us 2. He devoted His life for us 3. His love goes beyond colour, race or status 4. His love is unconditional regardless of response 5. Special place in His love for the poor, down- trodden & marginalised 6. Jesus loves children

Jesus' love never fails because He is love His entire life is one that radiates with grace, mercy and kindness Luke 15:11 - His unconditional love is ready to let go… Patient to wait for your return… And rushes to welcome you home! Reach out today to touch someone today with the love of Jesus Because love never fails! 1. Jesus first loved us 2. He devoted His life for us 3. His love goes beyond colour, race or status 4. His love is unconditional regardless of response 5. Special place in His love for the poor, down- trodden & marginalised 6. Jesus loves children 7. Jesus love the church so much that He will not allow it to be divided