Monday, May 21, 2012

2012 MAY WEEK THREE LESSON

LESSON 3: MARKS OF A DISCIPLE 2
      (Loving One Another)

Main Text: 1 Corinthians 13:1-10
Memory Verse: John13:34

Introduction
The second mark of the disciple of Jesus is the mark of love.
 Jesus intimate that what will mark out his disciples for the world to know is LOVE. What will distinguish disciples from non-disciples is the mark of love. The implication is that if the world can know you as a disciple, they must see you exhibiting love to one another and to the world. From the main text, it is observed that Love is placed higher than gifts, without love the operation of spiritual gifts though is good but is fruitless. Love commits a disciple to do the Master’s will and live the Master’s life. The marks of love are great;

·         Love overcomes evil with good. Love covers the multitude of sins. Love forgives.
·         Love yields and shows mercy instead of judgment. Love works no ill will toward any.
·         Love edifies. Love prospers others. Love heals. Love destroys oppression.
·         Love breeds faith. Love breeds obedience. Love breeds peace. Where love prevails strife dies. Love  leads us  into  repentance and change

Points of Discussion
·            What are some of the characteristics of Love?
·            How can you demonstrate love to your fellow Christian?
·            How would you show love to people of other Religious groups?
·            How would you demonstrate love to your Enemies?

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