{"id":9469,"date":"2015-01-27T15:20:13","date_gmt":"2015-01-27T23:20:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.pnwumc.org\/news\/?p=9469"},"modified":"2015-01-27T15:16:15","modified_gmt":"2015-01-27T23:16:15","slug":"rmc-resources-we-are-christians-by-our-love","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pnwumc.org\/news\/rmc-resources-we-are-christians-by-our-love\/","title":{"rendered":"RMC Resources: We are Christians by Our LOVE"},"content":{"rendered":"

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This time of year is so full of Christian spirit.  February falls between Christmas and Easter, in fact, there are 101 days (this year) between the two holidays.  What day do you think falls on day 51? That\u2019s right, Valentine\u2019s Day<\/a>.  And what better way to demonstrate what it truly means to be Christian: LOVE.  Christ is love, and he taught us this throughout his life.<\/p>\n

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\u201cHearing that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, the Pharisees got together.  One of them, an expert in the law, tested him with this question: \u201cTeacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?\u201d Jesus replied: \u201c\u2018Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.\u2019 This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: \u2018Love your neighbor as yourself.\u2019\u201d\u201d<\/em> (Matthew 22: 34-39)<\/p>\n

Throughout time, love remains constant.  And although our opinions and our minds may differ, WE ALL LOVE.  In John Wesley\u2019s sermon on \u201cCatholic Spirit\u201d he said:<\/p>\n

\u201cBut although a difference in opinions or modes of worship may prevent an entire external union, yet need it prevent our union in affection? Though we cannot think alike, may we not love alike? May we not be of one heart, though we are not of one opinion? Without all doubt, we may.  Herein all the children of God may unite, notwithstanding these smaller differences.  These remaining as they are, they may forward one another in love and in good works.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

As many individual Christians there is very little we can do on our own, but when we allow the love of Christ to flow out through us, we may become one body in Christ, able to accomplish things beyond the reaches of our current perspective.  If our mission is to make disciples for Christ, and if Christ is love, then it follows that our mission is to make disciples for love.  And when we begin to love more, love fully, and love ALL, others will see and take note.  Then, and only then, will we be able to fulfill the mission of the church.<\/p>\n

\u201cAnd they\u2019ll know we are Christians by our love, by our love,
\nYes, they\u2019ll know we are Christians by our love.\u201d<\/em> (The Faith We Sing #2223)<\/p>\n

Here are some resources for this month of Love:<\/p>\n

On Christ\u2019s Love for Us<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"RESOURCES_24hoursthatChanged\"<\/a>24 Hours That Changed the World (D4150)<\/strong><\/a>
\nThis DVD journey based on Adam Hamilton\u2019s book of the same title is an inspiring walk through the last day of Jesus\u2019 life.  Come travel to the Holy Land with Adam to visit the sites where Jesus\u2019 final hours took place.  Experience the Last Supper, the Garden of Gethsemane, the condemnation, trial and crucifixion of Jesus as well as the victory of his resurrection.  The accompanying study guide contains material for small-group discussion.  Hamilton has also written a book of reflections suitable for a personal 40 day Lenten study.  As senior pastor of the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas, Hamilton serves one of the fastest-growing churches in the country.  He has written numerous books and produced many DVD studies which are part of our RMC collection.<\/p>\n

On Creation Love<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"RESOURCES_Renewal\"<\/a>Renewal (D2021)<\/strong><\/a>
\nThere is an awakening occurring in faith communities that is changing how people relate to their environment.  Whether it\u2019s running a Jewish environmental education camp that teaches children to be mindful of consumption and waste from a biblical perspective, or Christians standing up to the powerful special interests responsible for destruction of the Appalachian mountains and contamination of impoverished towns, or Buddhist communities leading efforts to save trees, or Muslims forging bonds between urban communities and sustainable farms to engage in feeding the poor, the stories here inspire and inform as they encourage us to face the most significant problems of our planet.  This collection of nine short stories shows how people of various faiths are uniting their beliefs and action to care for Creation.  View this DVD and use it as a springboard to generate ideas about how your church can be part of the emerging faith-based environmental movement.<\/p>\n

On Love and Relationships<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"RESOURCES_HowPeopleGrow\"<\/a>How People Grow (D3650)<\/strong><\/a>
\nThis set of five DVDs focus on Christian doctrine and themes that show why all growth is spiritual and how you can grow in ways you never thought possible.  Find out what it takes to experience increasing strength and depth in your spiritual walk, marriage and family life, friendships and personal development. Contact the Regional Media Center today! E-mail: imcknight@pnwumc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com\/rmcumc \u2022 Contact the Regional Media Center today! E-mail: imcknight@pnwumc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com\/rmcumc \u2022 Contact the Regional Media Center today! E-mail: imcknight@pnwumc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com\/rmcumc \u2022 Contact the Regional Media Center today! E-mail: imcknight@pnwumc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com\/rmcumc<\/span><\/p>\n

\"RESOURCES_LOVE\"<\/a>Love: All that and More (D3697)<\/strong><\/a>
\nThis three-part series uses pop-culture imagery, documentary interviews and dramatic vignettes to help participants recognize gender stereotypes and their influence on dating relationships.  In each videotape, young people of diverse identity (race, religion and sexual orientation) discuss real-life dating experiences and show how old gender stereotypes are giving way to expectations for equality and mutual respect.  The study guide contains the religious content necessary for use in Christian youth groups. Contact the Regional Media Center today! E-mail: imcknight@pnwumc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com\/rmcumc \u2022 Contact the Regional Media Center today! E-mail: imcknight@pnwumc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com\/rmcumc \u2022 Contact the Regional Media Center today! E-mail: imcknight@pnwumc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com\/rmcumc \u2022 Contact the Regional Media Center today! E-mail: imcknight@pnwumc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com\/rmcumc<\/span>
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\nOn Loving Yourself<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"RESOURCES_YouMatterMore\"<\/a>You Matter More Than You Think (D4635)<\/strong><\/a>
\nIn this bible study for women, Leslie Parrott shows how each piece of your life, no matter how haphazard, represents a part of what you do and who you are.  While on the surface none of these pieces may seem to make a terribly dramatic impact, they are your life and when they are collected into a loving human heart, they become a treasure.  If you have ever thought you don\u2019t matter or the things you do don\u2019t matter then this study is for you. Contact the Regional Media Center today! E-mail: imcknight@pnwumc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com\/rmcumc \u2022 Contact the Regional Media Center today! E-mail: imcknight@pnwumc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com\/rmcumc \u2022 Contact the Regional Media Center today! E-mail: imcknight@pnwumc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com\/rmcumc \u2022 Contact the Regional Media Center today! E-mail: imcknight@pnwumc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com\/rmcumc<\/span><\/p>\n

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