The Church’s Love to Her Loving Lord

Study Guide for “The Church’s Love to Her Loving Lord”

Introduction

In this sermon, C.H. Spurgeon reflects on the profound love that the Church has for Jesus Christ, as expressed in the Song of Solomon. He emphasizes the importance of knowing and experiencing this love, which is rooted in the Holy Spirit’s work in our hearts. Spurgeon encourages believers to recognize the reasons for their love for Christ, including His sacrificial love, His ongoing presence in their lives, and the call to respond with dedication, obedience, and a desire for communion with Him.

Discussion Questions

  1. Understanding Love: How can we move from a mere hope of loving Christ to a confident declaration of our love for Him? What steps can we take to deepen our relationship with Him?

  2. The Role of the Holy Spirit: Spurgeon mentions that our love for Christ is a gift from the Holy Spirit. How can we cultivate a greater sensitivity to the Holy Spirit’s work in our lives?

  3. Reflecting on Christ’s Sacrifice: What specific aspects of Christ’s sacrifice resonate with you personally? How does reflecting on His love compel you to respond in love?

  4. Desire for Communion: Spurgeon speaks of the Church’s longing for Christ’s presence. In what ways do you seek communion with Christ in your daily life? How can you enhance this desire?

  5. Obedience as an Expression of Love: How does your love for Christ manifest in your obedience to His commands? Are there areas in your life where you struggle to obey Him?

  6. Promoting His Cause: What practical steps can you take to promote Christ’s cause in your community? How can your love for Him motivate you to serve others?

  7. Returning to Christ: Spurgeon encourages those who feel distant from Christ to return to Him. If you feel distant, what barriers do you think are preventing you from experiencing His love fully?

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for the immeasurable love You have shown us through Your Son, Jesus Christ. Help us to recognize and embrace the love that You have poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit. May we grow in our understanding of Your sacrifice and respond with a deep desire for communion with You. Teach us to express our love through obedience and service, and draw us closer to You, especially when we feel distant. We ask for Your grace to strengthen our faith and to help us share Your love with others. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

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