God is Love

Many people's view of God is about his power. He created all things, he oversees and controls all things. God has power but scripture doesn't say God is power. Scripture says God is love. The idea of a power god is wrong—it is upside down. God says those who serve and are more relational have the heart of God. Our world wants us, particularly women, to believe we need to the the top of the power pyramid. How many women have control issues? Myself included.

God's world is just the opposite. If we put ourselves at the bottom of the power pyramid and get relational with God, He will work through us, that is where the power is really located. God is a lover, Jesus is the beloved, and the Holy Spirit is the love between them. God created us for love not power. God created us for relationship not control, because God is love. (sermon notes 8/15/10)