Episode Summary

Think back to the last wedding you attended. Do you remember witnessing the bride walking down the aisle to meet her groom? This is a moment filled with promises of love that will be tested throughout their lives.

In this episode of As In Heaven, we dive into the heart of the greatest kingdom principle: love.

How can we live out true love, the kind that Jesus modeled, in a world where love is often distorted? How do we avoid becoming known for what we are against rather than who we love?

This episode wrestles with the disconnect many Christians face: while we are called to be known by our love, society often sees us as defined by judgment.

How can we reclaim the heart of the gospel and demonstrate authentic, Christ-like love?

1. Love is the defining mark of Christian discipleship – It’s not about agreeing with everyone but showing consistent, unconditional love.
2. We plant seeds of love even when we don’t see immediate results – Trust that God will nurture what you plant, even when others' responses seem slow or negative.
3. The kingdom of God is an other-focused kingdom – True love is not self-serving but seeks the good of others, regardless of personal cost.
4. Engagement doesn’t equal endorsement – We must engage with the world, loving those who live differently without endorsing every lifestyle.
5. Love involves boundaries – Loving well also includes setting healthy boundaries to protect relationships and honor God.

1. “No one's ever been drop-kicked into the kingdom. People are always loved into the kingdom.” – Bryn
2. “We only love because He first loved us. An encounter with God's love changes us forever.” – Bryan
3. “You don’t add love to what you do; you live from the place of love.” – Chantal

• [00:00] – Introduction: The Law of Love
• [01:21] – Bryan’s Communion Moment: A Vision of Jesus on the Cross
• [03:18] – Bryn’s Life Mission: Loving People into the Kingdom
• [05:50] – The Kingdom of God: Love in Action
• [12:23] – Bryn’s Story: Loving without Expectation of Return
• [16:27] – Planting Seeds: The Long Game of Love
• [20:28] – Engaging vs. Endorsing: Jesus’ Model of Love
• [27:06] – Kindness that Leads to Repentance: A Jewish Doctor’s Story
• [34:53] – Love and Trust: Sacrificial, Other-Focused Love
• [41:45] – Daily Practice: Living from a Place of Overflowing Love
• [49:24] – Seeing People through God’s Eyes: Loving Beyond Agreement
• [54:29] – Conclusion: Love is the Greatest Kingdom Principle