Journeying Through Divine Love: Understanding God’s Affection, Embracing Vulnerability, and Its Transformative Power on Life
What if the love you’re seeking has been within your reach all along? Prepare to embark on a journey of profound spiritual transformation as we explore the depths of God’s love and its potential to change your life. We start by examining our human longing for love and belonging, turning to the writings of the apostle John, and challenging you to embrace vulnerability in order to access God's transformative love.
As we navigate the intricate paths of divine love, we discuss how it forever alters us. We consider God's desire for an intimate relationship likened to a parent and child, and the incarnation of Jesus as the ultimate proof of God's understanding of our struggles. We then confront the feeling of being 'stuck' in faith, emphasizing the paramount importance of motive and the purifying power of divine love. We also attempt to untangle the complex question of God's wrath in relation to His love.
In the latter part of our journey, we explore the depth of God's suffering and His infinite love for humanity. We discuss His grief when His people accept shallow beliefs and the unparalleled sacrifice of Jesus. Despite the pain and evil in the world, we affirm that God's grace is ever abundant and transformative. Our final destination is a chapter where we juxtapose the love of a parent to the infinite love of God, inviting you to accept such love and devote your life to God. So tune in, and let’s navigate this path of understanding and embracing God's profound love together.
We're Summerville Baptist and we believe nothing compares to changed lives. Learn more about us here: www.SummervilleBaptist.org/
We meet at 417 Central Avenue in Summerville, SC 29483. Sunday Services at 9am*, 10:30am*, & 5pm. There's plenty of parking. There are friendly faces! There's Children's Church for infants-5th grade. Dress comfortably and experience pure worship and scripture-backed teaching. Join us this Sunday! -Pastor Randy Harling
(*these services are live-streamed)
