A Good Word: Jamie Snyder

Speaker: Jamie Snyder

Main Text: 1 John 3:11-24

Description: In this message from 1 John 3, we discover that love is more than a feeling or good intention—it’s action. As the apostle John reflects on a lifetime of following Jesus, he reminds us that the deepest truths of the Christian faith are often the simplest: believe in Jesus and love one another.

Contrasting the hatred of Cain with the sacrificial love of Christ, this message challenges us to examine our hearts and uproot anything that keeps us from loving others well. The cross not only shows us how much God loves us, but also becomes the blueprint for how we are called to love others—with generosity, compassion, and self-sacrifice.

Real love isn't always comfortable, convenient, or easy. It opens its hands, adjusts its priorities, and meets needs when they arise. This teaching invites us to move beyond simply talking about love and become people whose actions reflect the grace we've received from Jesus.

Topics: Christian Love, 1 John 3, Sacrificial Love, Following Jesus, Generosity, Compassion, Spiritual Growth, Living Like Christ