Sermon: Summary

The sermon focuses on the theme of ‘Boundless Love’ as part of the Advent series, exploring Psalm 103. It emphasizes the boundless love of God, which is demonstrated through the sacrifice of His Son, Jesus Christ. The sermon outlines four responses to God’s boundless love: embracing and enjoying its benefits, remembering and reflecting on its nature, resting and relaxing in its assurance, and showing and sharing its blessings with others. Pastor Mike encourages us to open the ‘gifts’ of forgiveness, healing, redemption, steadfast love, and goodness that God offers, and to share this love with others, especially during the Christmas season.

  • Embrace & Enjoy the Benefits of Boundless Love
  • Remember & Reflect on the Nature of Boundless Love
  • Rest & Relax in the Assurance of Boundless Love
  • Show & Share the Blessings of Boundless Love

Opening Prayer

Heavenly Father, we thank You for gathering us here today. As we delve into Your Word, open our hearts and minds to receive the message of Your boundless love. Help us to understand and embrace the love You have for us, and guide us to share it with others. May Your Spirit move within us, leading us to respond to Your love in faith and action. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Share: Get Talking

What is your favorite Christmas movie and why?

Study: Go Deeper

What does ‘boundless love’ mean to you personally?

How can we embrace and enjoy the benefits of God’s love in our daily lives?

In what ways can we remember and reflect on God’s love during this Advent season?

How does understanding God’s nature help us in our spiritual journey?

What are some practical ways to rest and relax in the assurance of God’s love?

Who in your life needs to experience the freedom that comes from God’s love?

How can we show and share God’s love with others this Christmas?

What steps can we take to invite others to experience God’s love through our church community?

 

Support: Accountability & Application

This week, identify one person in your life who needs to experience God’s love and invite them to a church service or share a message of hope with them.

How can we support and pray for you this week?

Closing Prayer

Lord, we thank You for the boundless love You have shown us through Jesus Christ. As we leave this place, help us to carry Your love into the world, sharing it with those around us. Give us the courage to invite others to experience Your love and grace. May we rest in the assurance of Your love and live out our faith with joy and compassion. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Additional Resources

KEY VERSES:

Psalm 103:1-17 / John 3:16 / Acts 13:38-39

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

God’s love is boundless and demonstrated through the sacrifice of Jesus.

We are called to embrace and enjoy the benefits of God’s love.

Reflecting on God’s nature helps us understand His love more deeply.

Resting in God’s love provides assurance and peace.

Sharing God’s love with others is a vital part of our faith journey.