In this sermon, Rev. Kent Compton focuses on Romans 12:9-10, emphasizing the marks of a true Christian, with a central focus on genuine love. He highlights that Christian love is a response to God's love, flowing from the "mercies of God" detailed in the earlier parts of Romans. Rev. Compton stresses that love must be sincere and without hypocrisy, guarding against the destructive nature of insincere or masked affection.

He contrasts genuine love with the world's definition, which often separates love from its source in God, and underscores that true love is governed by God's character and commandments. He further explains that genuine love is not merely a feeling but is demonstrated through actions and a transformed heart.

Rev. Compton also addresses practical expressions of genuine love, including abhorring evil, holding fast to what is good, showing brotherly affection, and taking the initiative in honoring one another. He calls believers to actively value and respect each member of the body of Christ, recognizing their worth as those gifted and redeemed by Jesus.