1 John 4:7-21

1 John 4:7-21 emphasizes that true love originates from God, is demonstrated through Christ's sacrifice, and should be reflected in believers' lives. We are challenged to participate in God's love by loving others sacrificially, which leads to confidence in faith but also requires intentional effort to maintain.

Themes to Note:

 - God defines what love is, not human conceptions or cultural definitions

 - Love for others produces confidence in our relationship with God

 - Love must be sustained through intentional effort and practice

 - True love seeks the best for others

 - Our love for others is an overflow of God's love for us