Life is all about relationships.

2. A Lifeline is a short sentence thatcontains profound wisdom that can really help you to live life to the fullest now.

3. Lifeline No. 1 “Life has a purpose.”

4. Lifeline No. 2 “Life is a preparation.”

5. Lifeline No. 3 “Life requires balance.”

6. Lifeline No. 4 “Life is a classroom.”

7. Lifeline No. 5 “Life is all about relationships.”

8. Matthew 10:37 “Anyone who loves his father or mother more than me is not worthy of me; anyone who loves his son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me.” Jesus

9. Luke 6:26 “Woe to you when all men speak well of you, for that is how their fathers treated the false prophets.” Jesus

10. Matthew 5:46 “If you love those who love you, what reward will you get? Are not even the tax collectors doing that?” Jesus

11. 1 Corinthians 15:25 For he must reign until he has put all his enemies under his feet. Paul

12. Romans 12:18 If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Paul

13. Revelation 3:19 “Those whom I love I rebuke and discipline. So be earnest, and repent.” Jesus

14. Mark 12:28-34 28 One of the teachers of the law came and heard them debating. Noticing that Jesus had given them a good answer, he asked him, "Of all the commandments, which is the most important?"

15. Mark 12:28-34 29 "The most important one," answered Jesus, "is this: 'Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God, the Lord is one. 30 Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.'

16. Mark 12:28-34 31 The second is this: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' There is no commandment greater than these."

17. Lifeline No. 5 “Life is all about relationships.” Conflict ME YOU

18. Lifeline No. 5 “Life is all about relationships.” idolatry ME YOU

19. Lifeline No. 5 “Life is all about relationships.” ME YOU

20. Lifeline No. 5 “Life is all about relationships.” GOD ME YOU

21. Lifeline No. 5 “Life is all about relationships.” Conflict ME YOU

22. Lifeline No. 5 “Life is all about relationships.” idolatry ME YOU

23. Lifeline No. 5 “Life is all about relationships.” THING/PERSON SEPARATION ME YOU

24. Lifeline No. 5 “Life is all about relationships.” GOD UNITY ME YOU

25. Mark 12:28-34 32 "Well said, teacher," the man replied. "You are right in saying that God is one and there is no other but him.

26. Mark 12:28-34 33 To love him with all your heart, with all your understanding and with all your strength, and to love your neighbor as yourself is more important than all burnt offerings and sacrifices."

27. Mark 12:28-34 34 When Jesus saw that he had answered wisely, he said to him, "You are not far from the kingdom of God." And from then on no one dared ask him any more questions.

28. Application Examine your lifestyle. Give priority to relationships and not just work, school or play. See if your “love” for people is greater than your love for God. Repent and correct this as soon as possible. Love your neighbor even if they don’t love you in return. Love them because you love God.

29. Results We will be like our Lord and Savior. Our relationships will become strong and pleasing to God. Many will be attracted to our church. Our lives will have fulfillment and significance.

30. Lifeline No. 5 “Life is all about relationships.”

31. Sharing Tayo What is the most important thing that you have learned today? Why is this important to you at this point in your life? What would you do differently starting today as a result of what you’ve learned?