1. Christ-like Love

2. Textbook Read page 72 “To Be a Lover Like Jesus”
Read the first paragraph ONLY.

3. Activity – Find a Partner
You will be assigned ONE of the following statements:
A Christ-like love is not just an emotion, it is also a decision.
A Christ-like love desires what is best for the other person.
A Christ-like love understands and accepts the emotions of others, rejoicing with those who rejoice and weeping with those who weep.
A Christ-like love is generous and does not count the cost of giving.
A Christ-like love is not repulsed by illness or ugliness.
A Christ-like love is patient and forgiving.
A person with a Christ-like love takes time for him or herself as well as for others.
A Christ-like love does not suffer needlessly, but neither does it run from suffering when running would be a denial of love.
The Cross is the symbol of Christ-like love.

4. Activity
Each pair is to prepare a brief presentation for the class to learn about the qualities of Christ-like love. Try using pictures.
Students are to use the biblical example in their presentation.
You are to take notes during the presentations. This will be your note for this section.