Love
The power of love is a key factor in reaching people for Christ and winning their hearts.
D.L. Moody shares a touching story about a little boy who travels a long distance to attend a Sunday school that he feels loved in, emphasizing the profound impact of love in reaching and nurturing individuals. The boy's choice illustrates that love is a powerful motivator and can draw people to places where they feel valued and cared for. Moody encourages Sunday school teachers to cultivate genuine affection for their students, as this love can lead them to Christ. The sermon highlights the importance of love in ministry and its ability to transform lives.
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In Chicago a few years ago there was a little boy who went to one of the mission Sunday-schools. His father moved to another part of the city about five miles away, and every Sunday that boy came past thirty or forty Sunday-schools to the one he attended. And one Sunday a lady who was out collecting scholars for a Sunday-school met him and asked why he went so far, past so many schools. "There are plenty of others," said she, "just as good." He said, "They may be as good, but they are not so good for me." "Why not?" she asked. "Because they love a fellow over there," he answered. Ah, love won him! "Because they love a fellow over there!" How easy it is to reach people through love! Sunday-school teachers should win the affections of their scholars if they wish to lead them to Christ.
Sermon Outline
- The Power of Love
- The Example of the Sunday School Boy
- The Call to Action
- Sunday-school teachers should show love
- Love is essential for leading people to Christ
Key Quotes
“They may be as good, but they are not so good for me.” — D.L. Moody
“Because they love a fellow over there!” — D.L. Moody
“How easy it is to reach people through love!” — D.L. Moody
Application Points
- Show love and kindness to those around you, and you will be more effective in reaching them for Christ.
- Be genuinely interested in the lives of those you interact with, and you will build stronger relationships.
- Love is a powerful tool in leading people to Christ, so make it a priority in your daily life.