Part 7. Ethics, Love, and Compassion
1. Introduction In both Christianity and Buddhism, ethical life represents the visible expression of spiritual truth. Belief or enlightenment, if…
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Part 2: The Vertical Relationship – Loving and Knowing God
1 Introduction The vertical relationship is the axis of worship, trust, and obedience that joins humanity to God.It defines the…
Part 3: The Horizontal Relationship – Loving and Serving Others
1 Introduction The horizontal relationship represents the believer’s outward expression of divine love.Having been reconciled to God, Christians are called…
Part 4: The Connection – How Faith Fuels Love
1 Introduction Faith and love are not separate virtues but two movements of one spiritual life.Faith looks upward to receive;…
Part 6 – Delilah: Love, Lust, and Betrayal
Key Verse “After this he fell in love with a woman in the Valley of Sorek whose name was Delilah.”—…
1. God as the Ultimate Source of Love
Understanding divine love first. Theme: True love begins with knowing God’s love. Chapter (5) Love and Romantic Relationships Bible Verses:…
2. Marriage and Covenant Love
Biblical principles for dating and marriage. Theme: God designed marriage as a covenant and sacred union. Chapter (5) Love and…
3. Communication and Intimacy
Healthy interaction and emotional connection. Theme: Love flourishes through communication, understanding, and emotional intimacy. Chapter (5) Love and Romantic Relationships…
5. Overcoming Relational Challenges
Healing, forgiveness, and perseverance. Theme: God provides restoration, forgiveness, and peace in strained relationships. Chapter (5) Love and Romantic Relationships…
3. Sibling Love and Cooperation
Harmony within family relationships. Theme: Love, support, and cooperation among brothers and sisters. Bible Verses: Be kindly affectioned one to…
84. Love
Genesis 29:18-20 18 And Jacob loved Rachel; and said, I will serve thee seven years for Rachel thy younger daughter.…
7: Love — Chesed (OT), Agape (NT), and Intertestamental Usage
1. Hebrew Term: Chesed — חֶסֶד Pronunciation: kheh-SEHDMeaning: Loving-kindness, mercy, steadfast love; God’s faithful, covenantal love and mercy. Old Testament…
Deuteronomy: Covenant Renewal, Law, and Love – A Doctrinal Comparison between Judaism and Christianity
1. Introduction Deuteronomy, the fifth and final book of the Torah/Pentateuch, functions as a covenant renewal document. It restates and…
The Parable of the Two Debtors
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Two Debtors 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Grace, Mercy, and…
The Parable of the Good Samaritan
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Good Samaritan 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Love and Mercy…
The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Love…
The Parable of the Great Banquet
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Great Banquet(also known as The Wedding Banquet) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3.…
The Parable of the Two Sons
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Two Sons 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Love and Mercy…
The Parable of the Wicked Tenants
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Wicked Tenants(also known as The Parable of the Vineyard or The…
5.3 Love Your Enemies
🔹 Story 1: David Spared King Saul’s Life Main Characters: David, Saul, AbishaiStory Summary: Though Saul hunted him to kill,…
Love: Chapter (1) The Language of Love
1. Love can be communicated in languages beyond words, and these languages are just as valid. 2. People who notice…
Chapter (2) Navigating the Complexities of Love
1. Love does not hurt; expectations do. 2. On the one hand, expectations can mentally destroy you. 3. Some people…
Chapter (3) Love’s Challenges
1. Being a good person does not get you loved. It gets you used. 2. I am proud of my…
Chapter (4) Insights on Love
1. Do not promise; prove. 2. Do not believe those who tell you they love you. Believe those who show…