Exploring the Attributes of God: The Transformative Power of His Love

Sep 3

At Spirit & Truth Church in Fort Collins, CO, we believe understanding God’s character is foundational to worshiping Him in spirit and truth. Among His divine attributes, love stands as the cornerstone of His nature—a love that fills, frees, and fuels our lives as we ground ourselves in His Word. Let’s delve into the depths of God’s love and how it shapes our mission as a Jesus-loving, Spirit-empowered, and Bible-preaching community.

God Is Love: The Heart of His Nature

Scripture declares, “God is love” (1 John 4:8, 16). This isn’t merely an action but the essence of who He is. His love is:

Sacrificial: “God showed His love among us by sending His one and only Son into the world” (1 John 4:9). At the cross, Jesus demonstrated love’s ultimate cost—giving His life to reconcile us to God.
Unconditional: God loved us “while we were still sinners” (Romans 5:8), not because of our worthiness, but because of His unwavering, covenant-keeping nature.
Everlasting: His love transcends time and circumstance, “neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, can separate us” (Romans 8:39).

This love isn’t abstract—it’s personal. At Spirit & Truth, we experience it through the Holy Spirit’s power and the truth of Scripture, which guard and guide our lives.

How God’s Love Shapes Our Church

1. Spirit-Empowered Worship

The Holy Spirit fuels our passion to love God and others. He:

Fills Us with boldness and spiritual gifts (Acts 4:31; 1 Corinthians 12:11).
Frees Us from sin’s grip, transforming us into Christ’s likeness (Romans 8:13; 2 Corinthians 3:18).
Fuels Us with endurance for ministry and daily life (Ephesians 3:16; Romans 8:11).

In our Sunday Gatherings and House Churches, we prioritize Spirit-led worship that reflects God’s love in action.

2. Truth-Anchored Community

God’s Word grounds, guards, and guides us:

Grounds Us in timeless truth (2 Peter 1:21; Romans 15:4).
Guards Us through conviction and obedience (Psalm 19:7-9; James 1:22).
Guides Us with daily wisdom (Psalm 119:105; 2 Timothy 3:16).

Through robust Bible teaching, we equip believers to live out God’s love with integrity and purpose.

Living Out God’s Love in Fort Collins

God’s love compels us to:

Serve Our City: From House Churches to outreach initiatives, we seek to mirror Christ’s sacrificial love in practical ways.
Make Disciples: We grow together in small groups, fostering relationships rooted in grace and truth.
Worship Authentically: Our Gatherings unite diverse believers in heartfelt praise, reflecting the unity of God’s love.

Join us at The Gathering (Sundays, 10 AM, 320 Trilby Rd) or a House Church to experience a community where God’s love transforms lives.

A Prayer to Embrace His Love

“Father, thank You for loving us unconditionally. Help us abide in Your love and share it boldly. Fill us with Your Spirit, ground us in Your Word, and use us to transform Fort Collins. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

At Spirit & Truth, we’re committed to knowing God’s love deeply and making it known widely. Explore more about our mission at spiritandtruthfc.org.“We love because He first loved us.” (1 John 4:19)