The Teachings of Jesus 10: Obstacles to Love
David Phillips • July 22, 2026
Bible Class: The Teachings of Jesus
Lesson 10: Obstacles to Love
As much as we may try to learn the love of God, we will encounter obstacles in our flesh. Some of these may include characteristics of envy and self-seeking, as James describes in James 3. If we are to learn love as Jesus teaches, we need to learn to overcome these obstacles.
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