Stop Reacting - Part 1

In this message from the "Stop in the Name of Love" series, we explore how reactive habits tend to damage our closest relationships and why love requires intentionality rather than impulsiveness. Through the story of Jesus and Peter in the garden, we learn the importance of preparing our hearts ahead of time and guarding our responses when emotions run high. This sermon challenges us to slow down, tend to our inner life, and choose thoughtful, Christlike responses in our marriages, friendships, and families so that love has space to lead instead of reaction taking control.