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Sunday February 4, 2024 - Pastor Margareth Valui
Matthew 22

Matthew 22:34 But when the Pharisees heard that He had silenced the Sadducees, they gathered together. 35 Then one of them, a lawyer, asked Him a question, testing Him, and saying, 36 "Teacher, which is the great commandment in the law?" 37 Jesus said to him, "'You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.' 38 This is the first and great commandment.

WHOLEHEARTED

God wants His people first and above all to love Him with every part of their being. The heart and soul and mind describe the centers of emotion, action, and thought. We cannot love someone we don't know, so knowing Him should be our first priority.

How is your RELATIONSHIP with God?

It is in the heart of every person to love God. We want to love God. But life gets loud and we forget Him. We get consumed by our problems, our desires, and ourselves.

How to love God in hard times?

  • 1. Read God's Word
  • 2. Remember God's Promises
  • 3. Pray for Guidance
  • 4. Trust in God's Plan
  • 5. Seek Support from Others

Loving God with our heart signifies a deep emotional and affectionate connection with God. You can express your love for God with your heart by fervently praying, worshiping with genuine devotion, and allowing your emotions to overflow in gratitude and adoration during times of worship and prayer.

Loving God with our soul: Loving God with your soul involves the entirety of your inner self. One example of this could be practicing mindfulness and meditation on God's presence and His role in your life. This enables you to connect with God on a profound spiritual level, aligning your innermost desires with His will.

Loving God with our mind: This involves engaging our intellect in a deep understanding of God's Word and His nature. For instance, you might spend time studying the Bible, attend a Life Group, or participate in activities that enhance your knowledge of God's character and His teachings.

Takeaway for this week:

How can I deepen my relationship with God?

How can I grow deeper in love with God?

  • 1. Give your heart to God.
  • 2. You must put God first.
  • 3. Spend time in the Word of God.
  • 4. Take the time to memorize Scripture.
  • 5. Pray.