1) Illuminated Love is Ancient and Fresh (vv. 7–8)

2) Illuminated Love is Shown in Christ and Shines in Us! (v. 8)

3) Illuminated Love is Revealing and Protecting (vv. 9–11)

Three checks for an authentic Christian Life:

a) Your love reveals your light

b) Your stability keeps others from stumbling

c) Your sights are on Christlikeness