In this week’s sermon on 1 John 3:11–18, Pastor Mark Deering focuses on the call to love one another practically, not just in word. He examines the story of Cain and Abel as an example of hatred vs. love, and emphasizes that our actions will prove whether we are truly becoming more like Christ. He challenges us to lay down their lives for others by giving generously of your time, money, and possessions to serve those in need—the hungry, homeless, and hurting. The key message is that merely talking about loving others is not enough; true discipleship requires actively sacrificing and serving others as Christ did.