1. This week we will take a closer look at God's love in Scripture.
  2. This sermon was originally given at Luther Seminary chapel on May 20, 1986.
  3. 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).
  4. Christ our Word, as with a two-edged sword, burst the devil's belly.
  5. 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.
  6. God is not calling us to “grow up.” He is calling us to dependence.
  7. It all starts with God; and it all ends with God. He is the alpha and omega of giving and generosity.
  8. Who is God really? He is offensive, anarchic by the world’s standards, and far too gracious to people who don’t deserve his time or attention.
  9. Our God is a living God and he listens to our cries for help.
  10. From the beginning to the end of his letter, John really wants one thing: for us to be in Jesus.
  11. The good news is that with our God there is always more: more than we deserve, dare, ask, or expect, more than we can see, hear, feel, or think.