Archive for April 2010
Why Agapao Cannot Mean, “the Unconditional, Divine Love of God†– and Phileo Cannot Mean, “brotherly Loveâ€
Love. This seems like an important subject area for Christianity. In fact, one could even contend it is a core element of the Christian faith! After all, the first commandment is the requirement to love God – with all our heart, mind, soul and strength (Mk 12:30). The second commandment requires us to love our neighbor as our self (Mk 12:31)! This “love†requirement covers all our vital relationships – toward self, neighbor and Creator! But the centrality of this “love doctrine†extends even further. The Bible states that love fulfills the Law (Ro 13:8-10 and Gal 5:14)! So, all the requirements of the Law of God … are fulfilled by love?! It is evidently made up of something that has the ability to satisfy the requirements the entire Old Testament theocracy! This is worth thought, investigation and inquiry!
So, … what is love? If we are to fulfill these commands, we need some kind of definition. How else can we know if we are meeting His requirements?
A Common Teaching
There are two New Testament Greek words often translated “love†in English. Here is a common teaching – maybe the common teaching – on the meaning of these two Greek words.
Willow Tree Angel Of Friendship Figurine 26011
- Resin figurine cast from original carvings by Kansas artist Susan Lordi
- Susan Lordi’s figurines exude a quiet elegance while personifying a particular theme.
- Makes a great teacher’s, host/hostess, graduation, or ‘Thank You’ gift
- Figurine number 26011, introduced in January, 2000
- Enclosure card reads: “For those who share the spirit of friendship.”
Product Description
Willow Tree Angel of Friendship Figurine. Card reads: “For those who share the spirit of friendship.” 5 1/4″ Tall. Made out of Resin…. More >>
Vera Wang by Wedgwood Love Knots Toasting Flute Pair
- Set of 2 glasses
- Made of Crystal and Silver Plate
- Gift-boxed with care instructions
- Introduced 2006
- Made in China
Product Description
Hand-blown glass and silver Love Knots come together to create the elegant flute pair from the Vera Wang Love Knots collection. The slender design features a silver-plated base accented with a delicate bow…. More >>
GUESS by Marciano Carmella Corset Dress, WHITE
- Women’s trends
- Dress
- Corset dress
- Sateen
- Exposed back zipper
Product Description
As Seen in Lucky Magazine Gorgeous, detailed, sophisticated and sultry, this couture-style corset dress is a top pick from magazines to fashion insiders. Matte sateen. Frayed ribbon straps and trim. Silk trim at waist and molded bust. Exposed gold-tone zipper at back. 60% cotton, 37% nylon, 3% spandex Professionally clean Women > Dresses > All Dresses… More >>
God and Love
When it comes to God And love, God’s love toward us is that of a father toward his children. ( Matt. 5:45) “That you may be sons of your Father in heaven.†He spares nothing that is for our good, no matter what the price is. God gave His only – begotten Son, Jesus Christ who died for our sins that we may be saved. (Rom.5:8) God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. This was an exercise of the Divine will in deliberate choice, made without assignable cause save that which lies in the nature of God Himself.
( Matt 5:44) Jesus commanded: “Love your enemies.†God Himself established the principle, as the apostle Paul states: (Rom 5:8-10) “God recommends His own love to us in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us… For if when we were enemies we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, much more, having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His life“. A wonderful instance of God and love is God’s dealing with Saul of Tarsus who became the apostle Paul (Acts 9:1-16). Loving our enemies, therefore, should be governed by the principle established by God and be exercised in obedience to His commandments, whether or not such love is accompanied by any warmth or affection.