2. Renovation of the heart
~Providence~ the everyday miracle

3. Renovation of the heart
Revitalization
An act of renewal from God
that begins with turning from sin
And a recovery of the Gospel.

4. Renovation of the heart
Our paradigm for revitalization:
Remember who God is and what God has done.
Repent of our sins and run to Jesus.
Recover our first love (gospel priorities).

5. Building our relationship with others
The love of God is the greatest transforming power in the universe. We have the privilege of allowing other people to experience the love of God through the way we love them.

6. Building our relationship with others
Love is~ A willing self-sacrifice For the good of another That does not require reciprocation Or that the person being loved deserve it

7. Building our relationship with others
What does love for our neighbor look like?
Eyes opened to God’s character.
Hearts transformed by God’s grace.

8. Building our relationship with others
Eyes opened to God’s Character.
Dependent on God.
Centered on the Gospel.
Pointing to Jesus.
Filled with the Spirit.

9. Building our relationship with others
Hearts transformed by God’s grace.
Abiding in God.
Confident in Christ.
Consistent in attitude and action.

10. Building our relationship with others
Take Away – How are we to love?
Beware of your blindness.
– Don’t think this isn’t describing us in some way. 
Discern the difference between dry wells and the river of life.

11. Building our relationship with others
Take Away – How are we to love?
Remember three simple phrases.
I’m sorry.
I was wrong.
Will you please forgive me?