To understand how agape love reconciles, we must first understand the root origins of these words. The Greek word agape is one of the most profound terms for love found in the Bible. Unlike other Greek words for love—philia (brotherly love), eros (romantic love), and storge (familial love)—agape represents an unconditional, sacrificial love that is based not on feelings but on deliberate choice. It is the love that God Himself embodies and demonstrates toward humanity.
Brother Kenneth teaches that agape is “love on purpose” and does not depend on emotions or circumstances. This divine love is expressed perfectly through Jesus Christ, who willingly gave His life for sinners. In John 3:16, we see the ultimate display of agape: “For God so loved (agapēsen) the world that He gave His only begotten Son…
This love is not passive but active; it is a force that moves God to act on behalf of His people. It is the kind of love that prays for enemies, forgives the undeserving, and continually seeks reconciliation.
Love Reconciled Fellowship with God
God’s desire and plan for reconciliation with mankind, flowed from His agape Love for us. The Bible teaches that humanity was once alienated from God because of sin (Colossians 1:21). However, through Christ, we have been reconciled:
“But God demonstrates His own love (agape) for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8).
This reconciliation is not something we earned; it was initiated by God. 2 Corinthians 5:18-19 declares:
“All this is from God, who reconciled us to Himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to Himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them.”
When we accept Christ’s love, we are no longer enemies of God but His children, brought into the kingdom of love (Colossians 1:12-13).
Reconciliation Love Is Powerful Because…
- 1. Love Breaks Down Barriers
Agape love has the power to heal broken relationships, whether between individuals or between humanity and God. Jesus exemplified this love by reaching out to those society rejected—the tax collectors, sinners, and even His own betrayer, Judas (John 13:34). He did not let offense dictate His actions but chose love instead.
- 2. Love Forgives and Restores
Agape love is forgiving by nature. When Jesus was crucified, He prayed, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing” (Luke 23:34). His love made a way for reconciliation, not just between God and man but also between people.
Kenneth Copeland teaches that agape love is powerful because it refuses to hold onto bitterness and resentment. Instead, it chooses to see others through God’s eyes.
- 3. Love Empowers Faith
Faith cannot work without love. Galatians 5:6 says, “Faith works by love.” Without agape, faith lacks power. The more we understand God’s unfailing agape Love for us, the easier it becomes to put our faith in His promises and to walk in love towards others. The revelation of His Love fuels our prayers, strengthens our witness, and enables us to believe for miracles.
Watch Brother Kenneth and Professor Greg Stephens teach on how love is the key to success.
Reconciliation is God’s Will
God’s heart is for unity. Jesus prayed in John 17:21, “That all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you.” When we pursue reconciliation, we are fulfilling Jesus’ prayer for unity among believers.
As believers, we are called to be ministers of reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:18). This means actively working to restore relationships, forgive offenses, and share the message of Christ’s love with the world.
The kingdom of God is a kingdom of love. When we walk in love, we reflect the nature of our heavenly Father. Jesus said in John 13:35, “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”
Walking in Agape Love Daily
To live in the power of agape love, we must:
- Feed on His words of love for you (Ephesians 3:14-19, Romans 5:8, Romans 8:32-39, Ephesians 2:4-5)
- Choose to freely forgive (Matthew 6:14-15)
- Pray for those who hurt us (Luke 6:27-28)
- Act in love, not based on your feelings, but as a decision of your heart.” (1 John 3:18)
- Seek peace and unity (Romans 12:18)
Love is the key to reconciliation. God’s agape love restored our relationship with Him through Christ, and He calls us to extend that same love to others. Whether healing broken relationships, forgiving offenses, or sharing the Gospel, love is the foundation of our faith. When we walk in agape, we are not only reflecting God’s nature but also fulfilling His divine purpose for us—to bring reconciliation to a lost and hurting world.
“God loves me. His love is powerful and He always forgives. I determine to be thankful and open to God’s love.” – Daily Declaration
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