Sunday Podcast 166 with Michael W Smith 011826

Summary
This sermon explores God’s personality through a ‘psychiatric profile’ using 1 Corinthians 13, replacing the word ‘love’ with ‘God’ to reveal His character. The pastor demonstrates that God is patient, kind, doesn’t think evil thoughts about us, doesn’t rejoice in injustice, bears all things, believes in us, hopes for us, endures all circumstances, and never fails. The message emphasizes that God’s love is eternal and unchanging, and that He literally cannot fail or let us down because it’s not in His nature. Bro Mike uses personal examples, including caring for his disabled daughter, to illustrate how our earthly struggles are temporary while God’s love is everlasting. The central theme is that believers can have complete assurance in 2026 because God’s character guarantees His faithfulness – He doesn’t know how to abandon or fail His children because He is love itself.
Intro Prayer
Heavenly Father, we thank You for gathering us together today to study Your Word and learn more about who You are. As we dive into this discussion about Your character and personality, we ask that You open our hearts and minds to receive what You want to teach us. Help us to see You more clearly and understand Your unchanging love for us. Holy Spirit, guide our conversation and help us to be vulnerable and honest with one another. Show us how to apply these truths to our lives this week. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Ice Breaker
What’s one personality trait you appreciate most in a close friend or family member, and why does that quality mean so much to you?
Key Verses

1 John 4:7-8
1 Corinthians 13:4-8
John 3:16

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