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  TESTS OF LOVE
  by A.W. Tozer
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Summary: The sermon emphasizes that true love for Christ is demonstrated
through obedience to His commandments.

Topics: "Love for Christ", "Obedience"

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DESCRIPTION
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A.W. Tozer emphasizes that the true measure of a Christian's love for
Christ is found in their obedience to His commandments. He asserts that
love is not merely about emotions or sacrifices, but about actively
keeping the teachings of Jesus. Tozer highlights that Christ clearly
distinguishes between those who love Him by obeying His words and those
who do not. This obedience serves as the ultimate test of love,
revealing the depth of one's relationship with God. The sermon
challenges believers to reflect on their commitment to following
Christ's commandments.

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CONTENT
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The Christian cannot be certain of the reality and depth of his love
until he comes face-to-face with the commandments of Christ and is
forced to decide what to do about them. Then he will know. ?He that
loveth me not keepeth not my sayings? (John 14:24), said our Lord. ?He
that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me"
(John 14:21). So the final test of love is obedience. Not sweet
emotions, not willingness to sacrifice, not zeal, but obedience to the
commandments of Christ. Our Lord drew a line plain and tight for
everyone to see. On one side He placed those who keep His commandments
and said, ?These love Me.? On the other side He put those who keep not
His sayings, and said, ?These love Me not.?

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/aw-tozer/tests-of-love/
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