Podcasts about Great Commandment

In this powerful episode of the Decisions Podcast, host Jonathan Pitts sits down with Roland Warren, President and CEO of Care Net, to discuss what it truly means to champion life with both compassion and conviction. Drawing from his personal journey and his new book, The Alternative to Abortion: Why We Must Be Pro Abundant Life, Roland challenges the church to go beyond simply opposing abortion and instead offer a holistic, Christ-centered vision of abundant life. From his own story of facing an unplanned pregnancy as a young college student to his leadership in the pro-life movement, Roland shares how God has used pivotal moments to shape his calling and impact. This episode is a bold and inspiring call to action for believers to embrace the sanctity of life, marriage, and family as part of living out the Great Commandment and Great Commission. Tune in for a conversation that will challenge your perspective and inspire you to make a difference!

In this episode of the Launch Podcast, Anthony Delaney discusses the importance of church health and leadership in caring for others. He emphasizes the need for practical pastoral care, focusing on understanding emotional pain, trauma, and the role of comfort in healing. Delaney explores how to address anger and forgiveness, highlighting the significance of comfort and compassion in ministry. The conversation concludes with a call to action for listeners to reflect on their own experiences and prepare for the next episode.

As we continue our Thailand25 series, many of you will remember Rey from Hong Kong and how God used him to see movement among Filipina maids. In this episode, Rey continues to share the journey of seeing movement in and from Hong Kong. In July 2022, Rey pioneered Discovery Obedience Bible Studies (DOBS) in Hong Kong parks with Pilipino maids. What began as one small step of faith has now grown into multiplying disciple-making communities (DMCs) in Hong Kong, Macau, the Philippines, and even Japan. Rey's obedience to the Holy Spirit has opened the door to multiplication down to third and fourth generations of disciples. His passion is clear: “We are not in the business of making believers but disciples.” You'll be encouraged as Rey explains how God is using simple obedience, a clear disciple-making vision, and a commitment to multiplication to bring transformation from Hong Kong to the nations. Highlights from Rey's Journey Early Exposure to Movements Since 2016, Rey was exposed to disciple-making movements through experiences in Israel, India, and Myanmar, which grew into a deep passion and became the focus of his Master's thesis in Hong Kong. From Pastor to Movement Pioneer His church in Hong Kong adopted DMM principles—but only as a growth strategy, not a true disciple-making movement. The spark eventually faded. 2022: Rey resigned from traditional church ministry, rejecting offers from large churches.  During quarantine, while fasting and praying, God's answer surprised him: not to join another church, but to start doing DMM himself. July 2, 2022: Rey launched the first DOBS group in a Hong Kong park. Multiplication Across Nations Hong Kong: Now 110 active disciples. 3 DMCs (up to 4th generation). 201 baptisms over the last three years—monthly beach baptisms with new believers. 20 women in training to become “DMM pastors,” preparing to return to the Philippines. Macau: 1 group, 8 active disciples, 3 disciple-makers. Philippines: Communities in the north, central, and the Muslim south (Mindanao). Over 100 active disciples in multiple generations. Japan (Yokosuka, near Tokyo): Filipina women reaching out to bar owners and families. Baptisms and new groups forming into a multiplying community. Disciple-Making Process Rey uses DOBS (Discovery Obedience Bible Studies): Discover, Obey, Bible, Share. He has developed different levels of scripture sets: Seekers – discovering Jesus. Disciples – going deeper. Leaders – training for multiplication. Vision & Tools Rey always gives the vision upfront: everyone is called to be a disciple-maker. He even draws people a simple path: Seeker → Believer → Disciple → Disciple-Maker → Leader. Anchors everything in key Scriptures: Matthew 28:18-20 (Great Commission), Matthew 22:36-39 (Great Commandment), Acts 1:8 (Need for Holy Spirit to be witnesses) and 2 Timothy 2:2 (Multiplication of disciples). DBS format follows the 4Ws: Worship Watch (share stresses) Word (Head, Heart, Hands) Work (commitments & sharing). Why Listen? Rey's story is one of courage, obedience, and multiplication. From humble beginnings in a park in Hong Kong to movements multiplying in the Philippines and Japan, Rey's testimony challenges us to rethink church, embrace disciple-making, and trust God's Spirit to lead.

Jesus' command to “Follow Me” is found 21 times in the gospels. Being a disciple means learning to follow Christ. As disciples, we are greatly committed to what God is greatly committed to: the Great Commission and the Great Commandment. Join Pastor Phil Hopper as he answers the question, “What does it mean to be a disciple?” by unpacking the call of a believer. Connect with us on Social Media ↴Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels Connect with Pastor Phil ↴Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilHopperKCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/philhopper_kc/Web: https://livingproof.co/resources/books/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ More information on our sermons: https://livingproof.co/sermons/Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://livingproof.co/ 

God requires obedience that is covenantal, commitment, complete, comprehensive, and consequential.

God requires obedience that is covenantal, commitment, complete, comprehensive, and consequential.

In this episode of Side Notes, Josh and Arch explore what it means to live out the Great Commandment and Great Commission. From behind-the-scenes stories and moments of levity to practical examples like explaining communion, baptism, and student ministry events, they show how faith is put into action every day. Reflecting on the church's roots in the neighborhood, they discuss how honoring the past shapes the future—equipping people to love God, love others, and make disciples in their schools, workplaces, and communities.

☞ ABOUT THIS MESSAGE Andrew explains that we are called to be living witnesses in a divine courtroom, reflecting God's character to the world. Using Jesus as our perfect example, we are encouraged to live out the Great Commandment and Great Commission. The challenge is to move beyond just holding the title of Christian to living an authentic testimony. Despite the church's historical successes and failures, we, like a cracked mirror, can still reflect Jesus without being perfect.   ☞ BIBLE APP NOTES https://www.bible.com/events/49486935   ☞ GROUP LEADER GUIDE https://page.church.tech/ef3d3a6e   ☞ NEXT STEPS

In the first message of our "Welcome to The Ridge" series, Pastor Josh takes us back to 1985, when Chestnut Ridge Church began with a small group of people who simply wanted to love God and love their neighbors. As we look at Jesus' Great Commandment and Great Commission, we're reminded that the foundation of our church has always been Christ—and that His mission is still what leads us forward today. // Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes // Join us online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/live

How do we love with the three loves in the two Great Commandments?  And what are the relationships among love of God, love of neighbor, and love of self?  Join Catholic philosopher Anthony Flood and Catholic psychologist Eric Gudan as we explore love in Aristotle and St. Thomas Aquinas.  We address flourishing, friendship, virtues, interior integration, inner unity, union with others, trauma, healing, selfishness, humility, magnanimity, where to find truth, and so much more, all through a Thomistic lens.  Join us!   For the full video experience with all our visuals, graphics, and for conversation and sharing in the comments section, check us out on our YouTube channel here:  www.youtube.com/@InteriorIntegration4Catholics

Matthew 28:18-20. What does it really mean to follow Jesus? In this week's message we're reminded that ordinary moments can have eternal impact—and that our mission as the Church is actually very simple: make disciples, love God and love people. This message unpacks the Great Commission and the Great Commandment, showing us that discipleship isn't about a Sunday-only relationship, but about living as everyday apprentices of Jesus. We don't just gather—we scatter, pointing people to Jesus everywhere we go. Discover how being an everyday disciple changes the way you love God, love others, and live out your faith in the ordinary, daily moments that God uses for extraordinary purposes.For upcoming events and important announcements at Skyline, visit our Facebook page for the latest details!If you'd like to check out more resources, get to know Skyline Church, or donate to our ministry and missions please visit www.skylineofallon.com. Don't forget to leave us a review and subscribe to have our Sunday message downloaded straight to your phone each week!

Mark Ritchie joins us to share powerfully on The Great Commandment: to love God and to love others.

Message from Elder Doug Meeks on August 30, 2025

Episode 155In this episode, Paul Fahey joins me in a pivotal conversation about spiritual abuse within the context of evangelisation and church communities. We share our journey from years of traditional evangelisation to a deeper understanding of the Great Commandments and how they relate to the Great Commission. We examine the importance of truly loving others as Christ loves us and how our distorted images of God can impact our relationships and evangelisation efforts. We address the often-overlooked emotional and psychological abuses by those in spiritual authority and discuss what a healthy use of authority should look like. We also delve into the critical role of personal integrity and humility for those in spiritual leadership. This episode offers crucial insights into the ways we can foster a more loving and respectful approach to faith, evangelisation and discipleship.Watch this recording on YouTube.Follow me on my Instagram account @animann for more material on the integration journey and subscribe to my monthly reflections on Begin Again.RESOURCESPaul Fahey's Spiritual Abuse Workshop (Fall 2025)Read Paul's excellent reflection: "One cannot proclaim God in a way contrary to God himself: Spiritual Abuse and Evangelisation"Sherry Weddell's book Forming Intentional Disciples: The Path to Knowing and Following Jesus Catechesi Tradendae Dignitatis Humanae Pope Francis' address to the Indigenous Peoples and Members of the Parish Community Sacred Heart CHAPTER MARKERS00:00 Introduction03:29 Spiritual Abuse in Evangelisation05:52 Introducing Paul Fahey09:43 Personal Experiences and Reflections14:18 The Role of Trust in Evangelisation25:29 Coercion in Evangelisation30:48 Subtle Forms of Coercion44:45 Preferential Option for the Institution50:26 Defining the End of Evangelisation53:16 The Importance of Dignity and Freedom55:23 Evangelisation vs. Proselytism56:52 Intellectual Conversion vs. True Discipleship58:15 Lack of Self-Awareness in Evangelisation01:01:25 Corporate and Individual Responsibility01:04:33 Historical Context of Church Authority01:18:35 Healthy Use of Spiritual Authority01:24:07 ESupport the showSUBSCRIBE | FOLLOW | SUPPORTSocial Media:Follow Ann Yeong on Instagram or Facebook.Newsletter:Subscribe to Begin Again for Ann's updates and reflections.Support the Show:Monthly Support (starting at USD$3)One-time DonationLeave a Review:If this podcast has blessed you, please leave a review by clicking here.

Pastor John continues our Greatest of All series with a powerful message from Matthew 22:35-40 titled "The Great Commandment." At the heart of our faith is a radical call to love—God first, and then others with the same care we give ourselves. Through this message, we'll be reminded that the foundation of every relationship, every commandment, and every act of obedience is love. When we live this way, the gospel shines, culture is impacted, and Christ is seen through us. Don't miss this inspiring and practical message about what matters most to Jesus—and how it can change everything for us.

Pastor John continues our Greatest of All series with a powerful message from Matthew 22:35-40 titled "The Great Commandment." At the heart of our faith is a radical call to love—God first, and then others with the same care we give ourselves. Through this message, we'll be reminded that the foundation of every relationship, every commandment, and every act of obedience is love. When we live this way, the gospel shines, culture is impacted, and Christ is seen through us. Don't miss this inspiring and practical message about what matters most to Jesus—and how it can change everything for us.

Jesus teaches that the greatest commandments are about love of God and one another. (Lectionary #423) August 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

What's the purpose of my life? Pastor Jeanette explores Scripture and life stages to answer one of humanity's biggest questions. Drawing on Jesus' Great Commandment, Jeremiah's promise to exiles, and the Westminster Shorter Catechism, she proposes a clear, hope-filled purpose: We are made to glorify God by knowing Him, becoming like Christ, loving people, and joining His mission.

Dr. Roger L. Smith discusses neglecting responsibility, illustrated by a restaurant scenario where employees ignored a mess. He connects this to the biblical figure Eli, a priest who neglected his duties and enabled his sons' corruption, leading to dire consequences. Dr. Smith emphasizes that responsibilities to God and neighbor are fundamental, citing the Great Commandments and the Ten Commandments. He argues neglecting these responsibilities, both through actions and omissions, is a sin with far-reaching effects. Dr. Smith urges listeners to accept responsibility, love God and neighbor, and hold others accountable with grace and truth, breaking cycles of neglect and passing on faith to future generations.

Dr. Roger L. Smith discusses neglecting responsibility, illustrated by a restaurant scenario where employees ignored a mess. He connects this to the biblical figure Eli, a priest who neglected his duties and enabled his sons' corruption, leading to dire consequences. Dr. Smith emphasizes that responsibilities to God and neighbor are fundamental, citing the Great Commandments and the Ten Commandments. He argues neglecting these responsibilities, both through actions and omissions, is a sin with far-reaching effects. Dr. Smith urges listeners to accept responsibility, love God and neighbor, and hold others accountable with grace and truth, breaking cycles of neglect and passing on faith to future generations.

Jesus told us that the greatest commandment was to Love God and love others. In fact He said that every commandment in the Scriptures is based on these two commands. Loving God is listening to God and when we listen to God we can love others well. Pastor Rick taught The Great Commandment at CrossPoint Church.

In this podcast, Anthony Delaney discusses the importance of discipleship, evangelism, and pastoral care in today's broken world. He emphasises the need for churches to connect with Jesus and grow as disciples who can help others. Delaney explores the concept of aloneness and how relationships can alleviate it, drawing on the parable of the Good Samaritan. He highlights the significance of seeing people as individuals, taking initiative in caregiving, and being vulnerable in our interactions. Ultimately, he calls listeners to respond to God's care by actively caring for others in their communities.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Pastoral Care and Discipleship 04:39 Understanding Aloneness and the Role of Caregivers 09:13 The Good Samaritan: A Model for Caregiving 13:48 Initiative in Care: Moving First to Help 18:43 Vulnerability in Care: Sharing Our Own Pain 23:11 The Power of God's Care in Our Lives 28:03 Conclusion: Living Out Care in Community

In this episode of the LAUNCH podcast, Anthony Delaney discusses the church's role in responding to the brokenness of the world. He emphasises the importance of being a good neighbour, inspired by the parable of the Good Samaritan, and highlights the need to address feelings of aloneness in others. Delaney outlines practical steps for church leaders and members to engage with those in need, focusing on the significance of presence, listening, and empathy. He encourages listeners to reflect on their own experiences of aloneness to better connect with and support others.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the FutureChurch Podcast 01:21 Responding to a Broken World 03:31 Becoming a 21st Century Good Samaritan 05:49 Identifying Aloneness in Others 10:29 The Importance of Stopping, Looking, and Listening 15:29 Experiencing and Empathizing with Aloneness

"The greatest tragedy in life is when we stop talking to God."But what's the second greatest tragedy?In this episode, Brad Bright explores the deep connection between the Great Commandment and the Great Commission—highlighting how failing to talk to our neighbor shuts the door on gospel transformation. From Jesus' radical choice of disciples like Simon the Zealot and Matthew the tax collector, to hot-button cultural debates on sexuality, politics, and truth, this episode challenges you to engage in real conversations with love, without compromising truth.“Never compromise LOVE. Never compromise TRUTH.”https://studio.youtube.com/playlist/PLdQhfIGtd0bqu71-RysD8rKhsMbUohp8R/editBrightmedia.orgtwitter.com/GodIsTheIssueGOD, Who Are You Anyway?  by Bill Bright, with Brad Bright brightmedia.org/resources#GodIsTheIssue #BradBright #ChristianLeadership #FaithRevival #Evangelism #CruStaff #JesusFirst #SpiritEmpoweredLiving #ChristianPodcast #MinistryFocus #BackToTheMission#FirstLove #GospelCentered #ChristianFaith

Pastor Dave preaches the second half of the Great Commandment from Matthew 22:39-40. True treasure isn't always material—it can be chipped ashtrays or crude crafts kept for love of the maker. Likewise, every person bears God's signature and is valuable because he created them. Love for others is inseparable from love for God, even when people are hard to like. Agape love goes beyond feelings; it's a self-sacrificial choice to lay down self and love as Christ loves us. Scripture commands this love because it reflects God's heart and overflows from a life transformed by grace. Choosing to love, forgive, and bless others—especially when it's hard—brings freedom and deeper communion with God. Who are you being called to love today, not out of convenience, but in joyful obedience to the one who loves perfectly?

In this episode of the LAUNCH podcast, Anthony Delaney discusses the importance of high-impact church leadership and the need for pastoral care in today's world. He draws on the parable of the Good Samaritan to illustrate the significance of compassionate action and the barriers that often prevent individuals from caring for others. Delaney emphasizes that true caregiving is rooted in love and self-sacrifice, encouraging listeners to overcome their hesitations and actively engage in helping those in need.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Future Church Podcast 01:23 Creating a Community of Leaders 02:40 Understanding Deep Needs in Society 04:24 The Importance of Pastoral Care 05:47 The Coldness of Love in Today's World 10:12 The Good Samaritan: A Model for Care 19:39 Overcoming Barriers to Caring 22:20 Practical Steps to Care for Others 24:24 Conclusion and Call to Action

This week, Pastor Dave Winters preaches from Matthew 22:35-38—the first half of "The Great Commandment". Love is often used casually, but Scripture calls us to its highest form—agape, the unconditional, self-giving love God shows humanity. The greatest commandment is to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind—a love that is personal, exclusive, and rooted in gratitude, not guilt or ritual. It's not about approaching God transactionally or through checklist spirituality, but embracing him as my God, centering life and worship on him daily. This means being with God, not just doing for him—knowing his love personally and responding with an authentic, all-consuming love. We nurture this through prayer, confession, Sabbath rhythms, and natural conversation about him. If this is the foremost command, the question is: how are we loving him today—uniquely and fully?

The Great Commandment calls us to love God and love others, but Jesus adds a crucial modifier: “as you love yourself,” revealing that we can't truly love others until we first see and love ourselves as God does. This message emphasizes a divine order—loving God first, which then shapes our identity and enables genuine love for others. When we secure our spiritual “oxygen mask” through a relationship with God, we gain the clarity and strength to love both ourselves and those around us well.

This week we are looking at another article written by the Rev. Paul J. Cain, Jr. from the book “Duty to Defend”. Does loving your neighbor mean supporting gun control? Can you love your neighbor as yourself if you support gun ownership? Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, The Reformation Gun Club! http://gunclub.armedlutheran.us Links of Interest Buy Duty to Defend, Volume 2 on Amazon – https://amzn.to/3D3frE5* Duty to Defend (Signed Copies!) – https://www.armedlutheran.us/product/duty-to-defend-2nd-edition-signed-copy Prayer of the Week Almighty and merciful God, as You have brought us to celebrate the festival of the Lord's resurrection, cause us by Your grace to bring forth the fruits thereof in our life and conduct; through the same Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page - http://www.armedlutheran.us/feedback Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group - http://www.armedlutheran.us/facebook Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube - http://www.armedlutheran.us/youtube Check Out More at our Website- http://www.armedlutheran.us   Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Check out the other Great Armed Lutheran Books - http://www.ArmedLutheran.us/Books Shop at Amazon* - http://www.armedlutheran.us/amazon Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network - https://www.armedcitizensnetwork.org Disclaimer The links above which are indicated with an asterisk (*) are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. Please understand that I have experience with all of these items, and I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because of the small commissions I make if you decide to buy something. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you feel you need them or that they will help you. Original Music by Reformer.   Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

This morning Pastor Ryan continues our series in Matthew with his sermon, "The Great Commandments."

In this energizing and heartfelt message, Rev. Terry Robinson challenges us to live the Christian life in 3D—through the Great Commandment, the Great Commission, and the Great Concern. With warmth, humor, and biblical clarity, Pastor Terry paints a vision of faith that is not flat or theoretical but vibrant, relational, and transformative. Drawing from Jesus' call to love God and neighbor, to make disciples, and to serve the least among us, he reminds us that real faith is not about $3 worth of God—it's about full surrender. Whether through mentoring, sharing the gospel, or caring for the marginalized, we're invited to let Christ transform our lives and overflow into the lives of others. Living in 3D means allowing God to touch every dimension of who we are and how we serve.

Most of us can easily recite the Great Commandment. But not one of us has ever loved God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Today, R.C. Sproul underlines the seriousness of what God's law demands of us. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/falling-short-of-the-great-commandment/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

In today's Deep Dive, We explore the full meaning of the commands to love God and love neighbor by going deep into Deuteronomy 6:4–9 and Leviticus 19:18b. This episode is perfect for those interested in embodying a missional holiness for the world. Sign up for Brian's monthly newsletter: www.brianrussellphd.com/newsletter Books Mentioned by Brian: Moberly, Old Testament Theology: https://amzn.to/3ZD43a9 Evagrius, The Praktikos and Chapters on Prayer: https://amzn.to/4kI6ErL Brian Russell's Books  Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation https://amzn.to/3uuWCoQ      Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9 Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/ Join Brian's Monthly free centering prayer update and  gathering: www.centeringprayerbook.com Connecting with Brian:  Website: www.brianrussellphd.com Twitter: @briandrussell   Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife   Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group?  Email: brian@brianrussellphd.com   Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a tiny percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.

The Great Commandment calls us to two theological imperatives: to love God, and to love others. The Scriptures are littered with these imperatives to love others. Loving others is foundational to who we are as followers of Jesus Christ. So the question remains: Do we truly love other people? --- Jesus summed up two things our lives should reflect: loving Him, and loving others. He wrapped all of the Jewish laws into one overarching statement found in the Great Commandment. Today, we will see that a life on mission is a life well lived, and it is fulfilled by loving others. Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49428070 Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

Luke 10 calls us to embody the Great Commandment—to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and love our neighbor as ourselves. This message challenges us to sacrificially love others like the Good Samaritan, reminding us that true spiritual health only comes from a relationship with Jesus.

By Raymond Clore - Show that all can be agents for positive change. A guiding principle for our life should be self sacrifice and service towards others

Today Jon takes a unique look at the Great Commandment, found in Matthew 22, and challenges our listeners to get curious about their neighbor.  After all, how can we love people if we do not seek to know them better? Want to discuss this concept more or have Jon speak at your next event?  Shoot him an email at Jon@christianoutdoors.org.     God Bless!

Living a life on mission starts by loving God. This past Sunday, we examined Jesus' summation of all the Old Testament laws in Matthew 22:34-40 in the Great Commandment. The Law can be surmised in two ways: Love God, and love people. In this episode of the Beyond Sunday Podcast join David Tooley, Lauren Parish, TJ Renfro, and Alex Watkins as they discuss what their personal devotional times with the Lord look like and why it's hard to share the gospel with others. --- This episode of The Beyond Sunday Podcast expands upon the sermon “A Life on Mission: Loving God | Matthew 22:34-40 ” In this two-part sermon series, we'll learn that a life on mission is a life well lived.  Submit a question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

Nicholas Von Zinzendorf famously stated, “Preach the gospel, die, and be forgotten.” As we become older, we begin to think about the way that we want our lives to be remembered. What do we want people to say about us when we are gone?    ---   Jesus summed up two things our lives should reflect: loving Him, and loving others. He wrapped all of the Jewish laws into one overarching statement found in the Great Commandment. Today, we will see that a life on mission is a life well lived, and it starts with a love for Christ.   Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49428070 Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

What does it truly mean to love your neighbor as yourself? In this sermon based on Luke 10:1-37, Pastor Chris Rieber examines Jesus' powerful parable of the Good Samaritan. Discover the urgency behind the second Great Commandment and why, as Christians, we cannot pick and choose who receives our love and compassion. Pastor Rieber emphasizes that loving everyone as an image-bearer of God, regardless of differences or prejudice, is the mark of a true believer. Learn how Jesus' final instruction in the passage – "Go and do the same" – calls us to a love that is active, sacrificial, and extends even when inconvenient.

Sonja Corbitt is the “Bible Study Evangelista” and creator of “the best modernization of lectio" divina: the LOVE the Word® Bible study method and journal. She is a best-selling author and Telly Award winning broadcaster whose weekly show Evangelista Bible Study and other high-impact, multi-media Bible study resources create space for busy Christians to hear and experience God through the Scriptures. Sonja's work appears on CatholicTV, Catholic radio, and podcast. Learn more at SonjaCorbitt.com.Today we're talking about her book Love Heals, a study of the Great Commandment, published by Ave Maria Press.

Morning:Second Day Morning: God Over All: https://banneroftruth.org/us/devotional/second-day-morning-god-over-all/Glorifying God, Thomas Watson, March 31Leviticus 2: https://read.lsbible.org/?q=Leviticus+2Leviticus 3: https://read.lsbible.org/?q=Leviticus+3John 21: https://read.lsbible.org/?q=John+21Proverbs 18: https://read.lsbible.org/?q=Proverbs+18Colossians 1: https://read.lsbible.org/?q=Colossians+1Freedom (100)Evening:Belonging To Jesus (102)Spurgeon's Morning and Evening, March 31, Evening: https://www.biblegateway.com/devotionals/morning-and-evening/2025/03/31Message: The Great Commandment, Matthew 22:34-40Second Day Evening: Bounty: https://banneroftruth.org/us/devotional/second-day-evening-bounty/Resources:Valley of Vision: https://banneroftruth.org/us/store/devotional-books/the-valley-of-vision/Spurgeon's Morning and Evening: https://www.amazon.com/Morning-Evening-Classic-Daily-Devotional/dp/1683227247/ref=pd_lpo_1?pd_rd_i=1683227247&psc=1Legacy Standard Bible: https://316publishing.com/Glorifying God, Thomas Watson: https://www.amazon.com/Glorifying-God-Inspirational-Messages-Thomas/dp/140418712X/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.RxmikVPx1TbCsaSCjkzxXvQu3AKtIrHMzUnVuUojQXDf94C0nKibszGVgpGBwttw2fMNOjz4KCLQtgLkdNcXCQ.m9etrS0_7bNsGcyvw3NtwysBMrVzvuUG8XBRpIRXH7E&qid=1708794474&sr=8-1M'Cheyne Bible Reading Plan: https://www.mcheyne.info/mcheyne-reading-plan/Vail Valley Baptist Church GiveSendGo Campaign Link: https://www.givesendgo.com/vvbc-az-schoo

The A-Life is a life of continuous discipleship. A disciple is anyone learning to follow Jesus. As you follow Jesus, you grow to become more like Him. You can't live abundantly if you're not taking your next steps as a disciple. The purpose of the Church and all believers is to be disciples who make disciples. It's called the Great Commission. Discipleship in the Great Commission involves two things: Reaching: Sharing the gospel through evangelism. Teaching: Helping people learn to follow Jesus through discipleship. We're all called to reach people before we can teach people. You cannot fulfill the Great Commission if you're not serious about reaching and teaching. The nature of discipleship is giving away what you have already received. Discipleship is not about knowledge. It's about obedience. You teach what you know, but discipleship is not the transfer of knowledge, it's the transfer of maturity. The mark of a mature disciple is a life lived for the Great Commission and the Great Commandment. When you love God, you love what He values. God will use any church and any person to reach the world that is greatly committed to the Great Commission and the Great Commandment. You know the will of God for your life through God's Word which is written for you. Discipleship is learning to say “yes” to the Good Shepherd. You grow to spiritual maturity as a disciple when you learn to value what God values. Ready to grow as a disciple? Join Pastor Phil as he continues our series on the A-Life Discipleship Journey. Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook:  / abundantlifels Instagram:  / abundantlifels Connect with Pastor Phil ↴ Facebook: / philhopperkc Instagram: / philhopper_kc Web: https://livingproof.co/resources/books/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ More information on our sermons: https://livingproof.co/sermons/ Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://livingproof.co/ #AbundantLife #Sermon #Jesus #John10:10 #Discipleship