1. “So loved,” then isn’t about how much but instead simply how.
  2. Zephaniah has given us something more visceral to help us understand the love of God: the sound of salvation.
  3. This week we will take a closer look at God's love in Scripture.
  4. This sermon was originally given at Luther Seminary chapel on May 20, 1986.
  5. Love is pointing to Jesus who said, “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends” (John 15:13).
  6. Predestination, Jim knew, is no longer a frightening doctrine of mystery when you understand that God makes his choice about you in the simple word of God, given from one sinner to another.
  7. We assert, we herald, the truth about God becoming King of the world in and through Jesus of Nazareth alone. It is our public announcement.
  8. Rejoice with Mary as she would rejoice with you. Be blessed, like her, with humility from God, so that you may serve joyfully and willingly wherever and in whatever role God has placed you.
  9. The lesson of Malachi reveals God’s love for his people. When the people ask for proof of God’s love, he reminds them of their election.
  10. God is not calling us to “grow up.” He is calling us to dependence.
  11. It all starts with God; and it all ends with God. He is the alpha and omega of giving and generosity.
  12. Help comes for those who cannot help themselves. When we bottom-out and come to the end of ourselves, that is where hope springs.