Love Because You Were Loved First

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In this episode, we explore John 13:34, Romans 5:8, and 1 John 4:19 to uncover the real secret to radical, unconditional love. We don't love others because they deserve it or because we’ve suddenly conjured up the perfect attitude on our own strength. We love because God chose to love us first—while we were still a mess, still selfish, and still running away from Him. When you realize how much grace has been poured out on you, it changes how much grace you’re able to extend to the people around you. Join me as we talk about a practical, right-now micro-habit to help shift your heart from frustration to freedom the next time a difficult relationship tests your patience. 📖 Key Bible Verses Mentioned: 💡 Stay Connected! If you enjoyed today’s episode, don’t forget to: Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube so you never miss an episode. Download episodes to listen anytime, anywhere. Rate and Review the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help others discover this content. 🎙️Join me every Sunday at 10:00 AM, as we dive deep into God’s Word, grow in faith, and stay rooted in His truth! 🎙️Join me every Thursday at 7:00 PM, for a powerful Word! God’s truth transforms lives, and I can’t wait to share what He has placed on my heart! 🎙️Join me Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5:00 AM, for a Morning Devotional to strengthen your faith and encourage your heart. 🎵Dahila Valley 🔗 Share the Journey 🌟 If this episode blessed you, share it with a friend or leave a review so others can find encouragement too! 📬 Stay Connected 💌 Email: El Amor de Jesus Outreach Ministry https://bit.ly/contactourministry 📷Instagram: @elamordejesusreachministry https://bit.ly/elamordejesusoutreachministry 🌐 El Amor de Jesús https://www.elamordejesus.org/

SPIRITUAL GIFTS Episode 2: Gifts That Speak

Welcome back to week two of our series on spiritual gifts! Last week, we laid the foundation with a truth we cannot afford to forget: Spiritual gifts were never given to make us important; they were given to make Jesus visible. This week, we are going deeper and getting into the gifts that communicate truth, reveal God’s heart, and strengthen our faith, what we’re calling the gifts that speak. Let's be honest: this is where a lot of church spaces get uncomfortable. Between prophecy, tongues, wisdom, and miracles, many of us were either taught to fear these expressions or taught to chase them for the wrong reasons. But in 1 Corinthians 12, Paul brings us right back to the center. In this episode, we unpack: The breakdown of wisdom, knowledge, faith, healing, miracles, prophecy, and tongues. The "Corinthian Problem" and why treating different gifts like different levels of spirituality ruins church unity. Why a spiritual gift operating without love is nothing more than empty noise. How God pours His Spirit out on the surrendered many, not just a gifted few. If you’ve ever felt like your voice doesn’t matter, or that you aren't polished enough to be used by God, this episode is for you. Your gift doesn’t need a platform or someone else's validation—it just needs your surrender. Grab your Bible, open up to 1 Corinthians 12, and let’s get into the Word. Takeaway Thought: "Don't chase the gift; chase the Giver. Don't use the gift for recognition; use it for restoration." Stay Rooted. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone in your circle who needs to hear it! 📖 Key Bible Verses Mentioned: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11 1 Corinthians 2:12-13 1 Corinthians 14:12 1 Corinthians 14:1 1 Corinthians 14:3 1 Corinthians 13:1-2 James 1:5 Proverbs 2:6 Acts 2:17-18 💡 Stay Connected! If you enjoyed today’s episode, don’t forget to: Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube so you never miss an episode. Download episodes to listen anytime, anywhere. Rate and Review the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help others discover this content. 🎙️Join me every Sunday at 10:00 AM, as we dive deep into God’s Word, grow in faith, and stay rooted in His truth! 🎙️Join me every Thursday at 7:00 PM, for a powerful Word! God’s truth transforms lives, and I can’t wait to share what He has placed on my heart! 🎙️Join me Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5:00 AM, for a Morning Devotional to strengthen your faith and encourage your heart. 🎵Dahila Valley 📝 Resources & Next Steps 📥 Download Thursday Visuals: https://bit.ly/4rvxsz6 🔗 Share the Journey 🌟 If this episode blessed you, share it with a friend or leave a review so others can find encouragement too! 📲 Use the hashtag #ThursdayPreaching #ThursdayNightPreaching #RootedBibleStudyPreaching to share your reflections on social media. 📬 Stay Connected 💌 Email: El Amor de Jesus Outreach Ministry https://bit.ly/contactourministry 📷Instagram: @elamordejesusreachministry https://bit.ly/elamordejesusoutreachministry 🌐 El Amor de Jesús https://www.elamordejesus.org/

4. juni 202612 min

Love Because You Were Loved First

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