Relating in a Selfie Centered World-Being Present
19th April 2015
Relating in a Selfie-centered World
Week #2: Being Present
Pastor John – April 19, 2015
John 13:34-35 NIV 34 “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. 35 By this everyone will know that you are My disciples…”
Ways technology is changing relationships
1. The term “friend” is _________________.
2. We’re becoming addicted to ________________ _________________.
3. We have the power to do friendship on our own terms.
Practice the power of presence.
Hebrews 10:24-25 NLT 24 Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. 25 And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of His return is drawing near.
1. Be _______________.
Romans 12:9-13 NLT 9 Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them… 10 Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other… 13 When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality.
2. Be _______________
1 Peter 4:8 NLT 8 Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other
1 John 3:18 NLT 18 Dear children, let’s not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions.
Action Steps:
1. Get face to face with someone this week.
2. Be present.