Worth Living For

"Love is love".

I have previously tackled this interesting statement. But it was definitely reactional and it certainly was off the mark. In this particular bible verse it shares what several aspects of God's love is and paints a definitive picture of what love isn't. 

1 Corinthians 13:4-8 ESV

[4] Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant [5] or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; [6] it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. [7] Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. [8] Love never ends. As for prophecies, they will pass away; as for tongues, they will cease; as for knowledge, it will pass away. 

Human love is conditional; that's not a question it's true. If someone is kind to us, the love we give them is, without restraint or strings unattached. It's I'll show love as long as I feel loved. But God's love isn't like that. 

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A deeper explanation for why I do the Worth Living For Podcast.

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Proverbs 16: 27-29

27 A worthless man plots evil, and his speech is like a scorching fire. 28 A dishonest man spreads strife, and a whisperer separates close friends. 29 A man of violence entices his neighbour and leads him in a way that is not good.

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Psalm 27:13-14

13 I believe that I shall look upon the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living! 14 Wait for the LORD; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the LORD!

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John 8:34-36

34 Jesus answered them, "Truly, truly, I say to you, everyone who practices sin is a slave to sin. 35 The slave does not remain in the house forever; the son remains forever. 36 So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. During this episode I never noticed that Son is written in lower case, and uppercase S. So when we read verse 35 son is written with a lower case, suggesting to me that when we believe God hasn't or cannot set us free from sin, or believe it's not sin at all. The son has no power to redeem.

But when we believe the Son has set us free, we are free indeed. That's when Jesus has relationship with those that follow him. It's important to read God's word as truth, not partially possibilities or potential promises.

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Don't give up just because you feel like, what you're doing is Insignificant. Hold onto your faith and stand firm in your footing.

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Respect and honor are foundational principles in Christian relationships, deeply rooted in biblical teachings. These principles are essential for fostering healthy, God-honoring interactions among individuals, whether in familial, marital, or communal contexts.

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I don't have a good description for here. So I'll just leave you with this.

2 Timothy 2:22-2422 Run from temptations that capture young people. Always do the right thing. Be faithful, loving, and easy to get along with. Worship with people whose hearts are pure. 23 Stay away from stupid and senseless arguments. These only lead to trouble, 24 and God's servants must not be troublemakers. They must be kind to everyone, and they must be good teachers and very patient.Much Love, Shaun

Intro: I talk about the album a little bit and things like that.

1. The Creator 12:27

2. The Deceiver 6:22

3. The Promise 8:59

4. The Redeemer 10:26

5. The Empowerment 9:10

6. The Coronation 12:58

I will leave this a little vague, so hopefully if you are willing you will listen and hear the heart behind this episode.

Thank you to my father for teaching me what you have, in the least 6 to 12 months. And my father-in-law for being willing to teach.

Much love, Shaun