The Great Commandment?“Teacher, which is the most

important commandment in the law of Moses?”Jesus replied, “‘You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. A second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbour as yourself.’”

Matthew 22:36-40

The Great Commission?“Jesus came and told his disciples, ‘I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach them to obey all the commands I have given you.’”

Matthew 22:18-20

The Great Commandment?

The Great Commission?

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Motives Matter

“Ulterior Motive”“When something is intentionally kept concealed; Usually manipulative”

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Motives Matter

“Ultimate Motive”“The farthest point; the eventual point or longed-for destination.”

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Good Neighbours…

Let their light shine!

“Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 5:16

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Good Neighbours…

Learn to tell their story!

“As Anglicans we really need to learn how to tell our stories… stories about what God is doing in our lives.”

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Bishop Michael Bird, Synod 2013

Good Neighbours…

Convert themselves

first!“We love because He first loved us.”

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1 John 4:19