00:05authentic love that reveals jesus the defining mark of a disciple is love not casual niceness
00:13or superficial gestures but a deep sacrificial love that reflects jesus himself he loved those
00:20who rejected him forgave those who heard him and welcomed the outcast authentic love is sometimes
00:27uncomfortable it costs us convenience pride and comfort but this is the kind of love that turns
00:34heads and softens hearts it looks like compassion when judgment would be easier patience and
00:40frustration and generosity without strings attached love that reveals jesus calls us beyond what feels
00:48natural or deserve in a world marked by division and self-interest this kind of love stands out
00:55it makes people wonder why do they love like that and the answer is simple jesus his love in us
01:03compels us to reach beyond barriers as you go about your day pray that the holy spirit will empower you
01:10to love authentically not just when it's easy but especially when it's hard be the fragrance of christ
01:17in every room you enter let people experience his heart through your actions applications
01:23identify someone difficult in your life and make a specific plan to show them kindness this week
01:30look for opportunities to serve anonymously practicing love that expects nothing in return
01:39you