Bible Study - 1 John Epistle Chapter 4 - Episode 12

St. George Coptic Orthodox Church - Plymouth, MN

Bible Study - 1 John Epistle Chapter 4 - Episode 12

What is the relationship between our love for God and knowledge of Him? Which comes first: knowing God and what He did for us on the cross and what He does for us every day or does loving Him come first, especially during hardships? Can linking Christ’s sacrifice for me to my daily life bring me closer to Him? Can something as simple as starting the day with a loving prayer and dedication of the day to God bring me closer to a more intimate knowledge of Him? Does this divert my attention from myself and fear of the world problems to God and help me focus on manifesting Him to others? What does it mean that God abides in us because He has given us of His Spirit? Do I realize that the Holy Spirit’s work in me continually turns my heart to God and fills me with love for God?