1. I want to be a Christian, because. . . .
I love God!

2. Love is a decision first, and an emotion second
Agape : mental conviction
Phileo : emotional conviction
Christians:
Mk. 12:30
1 Cor. 16:22
Jn. 21:15-19
Agape tempers our affections:
Gal. 5:6
Gal. 5:19-23

3. Love is a decision first, and an emotion second
Agape : mental conviction
Phileo : emotional conviction
Unconditional love:
1 Jn. 5:3
1 Cor. 13:4-8

4. To love God, is to obey Him!
Jesus loved & obeyed:
Jn. 14:31
Rom. 5:19
Jesus’ disciples love & obey God:
1 Jn. 4:7-9, 19
1 Jn. 5:2-4
Jesus’ disciples love & obey Him:
Jn. 15:13-14
Jn. 14:23-24

5. Love God
Three illustrations:
Polycarp

6. Love God
Three illustrations:
Cassie Bernall

7. Love God
Three illustrations:
Jesus Christ

8. I want to be a Christian, because. . . .
I love God!