Greater Love




Explore Jesus’ description of self-giving love. Scripture: John 15:13. Workshop exercises: List safe ways people sacrifice time, convenience, resources, and comfort for others; choose one appropriate sacrifice; reflect.

Sacrifice should not be confused with accepting abuse or destroying one’s wellbeing.

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Carry the Cross Daily




Understand discipleship as surrender of selfishness. Scripture: Luke 9:23. Workshop exercises: Identify one selfish impulse that harms relationships; choose a Christlike alternative; practice for a week.

Do not frame preventable victimization as a cross someone must bear.

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Love Costs Something




Recognize that mature love often requires inconvenience. Scripture: 1 John 3:16. Workshop exercises: Choose one person who needs time or practical help; decide what you can responsibly give; follow through.

Healthy sacrifice remains wise and voluntary.

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Put Love Before Convenience




Choose people over unnecessary comfort. Scripture: Philippians 2:4. Workshop exercises: Notice three times convenience competes with care; choose one interruption to welcome; reflect on the outcome.

Balance availability with legitimate rest and responsibilities.

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Faithful Love Over Time




Practice steadfastness beyond temporary emotion. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:7. Workshop exercises: Choose one healthy relationship commitment; define what faithfulness looks like this month; follow through; review.

Endurance is not a command to remain in unsafe conditions.

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