Romans 8:28 makes a bold promise for those willing to fulfill it. Love God and all things will cooperate together for the good of that person. The evidence of loving God is obedience. The motivation for loving God is both the promise of blessing and the joy of receiving God's love for us through the death of Jesus for sinners. The final question concerns "love" itself. This week we examine Paul's classic definition of love for clues to maturing our love for God.

In his last communication with the Corinthians, the apostle Paul wishes three things for them: grace, love, and communion. These necessities for successful living are tied to the trinity. Their importance should be evident as they are the last wishes of Paul before he dies. Only by understanding these critical truths can we successfully love the life God has called us to live. It is the key to "all things working for good" in our lives.

Everybody wants the best. The best car, house, job, wife or husband, kids, life in general and whatsoever is on your list. Problem: the how - gaining access to the best has put many men in the grave prematurely. Yet, God's way is so simple. Love Me. God says, "Love Me."Every avenue of life can lead to "good."  Imagine: every step you take can lead to "good." What power is capable of correcting both missteps, false-steps, even short steps? The sovereign hand of Almighty God as He watches over your life, your children lives, and the lives of your grandchildren. Listen as God's Word speaks today.

The chief motivations to love God are (1) what God did for us and (2) how undeserving we were to have it done. If the majesty and grandeur of God in contrast to our sinfulness does not inspire love and devotion to God there is nothing else to motivate us. No amount of punishment will do the job. This is a conviction of the heart, mind, and soul that we must find for ourselves. Join us this week, as I try to convince, convict, and conjure up love for God.