1 John

The apostle John is often referred to as the "apostle of love." In his first letter to the Church, he demonstrates what true love is, and the effect it has on our lives. Love for Christ brings us into true fellowship with God - the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It also brings us into fellowship with each other, as we are brought into God's family. But it has another effect as well: it separates us from the world and from those who would seek to deny who Jesus is. Love is much more than a sentimental feeling - it is a commitment that lights the path on which we walk.