Aaron Goetzinger - May 15, 2022
Love is Victorious over Self-Glory
We often try and prove our goodness by comparing ourselves to others. You see this sense of superiority in the way we prioritize life, typically putting our wants ahead of others. Easter ends this focus on self. Right now, we know we have value, not because of the greatness of our actions, but because of the great things Christ did to save. We also know a resurrection to glory is in our future. Easter helps us avoid the trap of self-glorification and opens our eyes to a more excellent way: selfless love. Christ did not glorify himself, but selflessly did everything for the benefit of others. This week, he promises to be our inexhaustible power supply that we might also put selfless love into practice.
Scripture References: John 13:31-35
From Series: "Victorious"
Three days after Jesus’ death he rose victorious from the dead. The rest of eternity is now a victory march for the risen Christ. We are not just observers of Christ’s victory. We are more than fans cheering for our favorite athlete. Rather, we are active participants in Christ’s tirumph. The victory is ours, now and forever.
