John 15:13
John 15:13
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
The call to lay down one’s life for friends, as exemplified by Christ, is a powerful reminder of the depth of love that God calls us to embody. This teaching challenges believers to move beyond superficial expressions of care, inviting them to invest deeply in the lives of others. This self-sacrificial love mirrors the love of Christ, who gave everything for humanity. It encourages believers to live with a heart of service, to see each interaction as an opportunity to reflect God’s love. Through this love, believers find a deeper connection with God, experiencing the peace and joy that come from living a life of purpose. This teaching is a call to live with intentionality, to let go of selfish pursuits, and to embrace a love that prioritizes others. In doing so, believers become vessels of God’s love, offering hope, encouragement, and support to those around them, embodying the true meaning of friendship.
Psalms 27:6
Therefore I will offer sacrifices of joy in his tabernacle; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises unto the LORD.
Psalms 4:5
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.
Hebrews 10:12
But this man, after he had offered one sacrifice for sins for ever, sat down on the right hand of God.
Matthew 10:39
He that findeth his life shall lose it: and he that loseth his life for my sake shall find it.