12/22/24

Advent: Love

In the fourth and final week of Advent, Rev. Jake Medcalf preached on the depths of agape love as exemplified by Jesus. He recounted Jesus' final moments leading up to the crucifixion, emphasizing the selfless, sacrificial, and unconditional nature of Jesus' love. Jake drew parallels to how believers should strive to embody the same kind of love through spiritual formation and personal transformation. The sermon highlighted the importance of becoming a wellspring of love that affects family, community, and the broader world, urging the congregation to not leave 'bankrupt' but overflowing with God's infinite love.

00:00 Introduction: Celebrating Love

00:15 The Journey to Gethsemane

02:03 The Agony in the Garden

04:37 The Meaning of Agape Love

06:18 Living Out Agape Love

09:34 The Call to Spiritual Formation

14:25 Overflowing with God's Love

22:48 The Cost of Love

27:07 Final Reflections and Candle Lighting

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Advent: Joy