Love Does: Discover a Secretly Incredible Life in an Ordinary World

The foremost theme of faith in action permeates Love Does. The book is essentially a manifesto of has belief that faith, when truly lived, is an active, engaging force that propels individuals into a life of action and purpose. Goff challenges the notion of a passive faith, one that is content with thought without manifestation in deeds.

The title and recurring refrain “Love Does” is a succinct encapsulation of the theme of faith in action. “Love Does” is the thesis statement that underpins every chapter. Goff uses it as a constant reminder of his message that love, as a core principle of faith, is not a passive state but an active force. This simple phrase becomes a call to arms for anyone seeking to live out their faith in a tangible and meaningful way. The phrase “Love Does” says that love is defined not by sentiment or feeling alone but by the actions it inspires. It is a love that is visible in the world through deeds of kindness, service, and generosity. The phrase echoes throughout the narrative, reinforcing the idea that the true measure of one’s faith is found in one’s willingness to act on that faith—to make love a verb rather than a noun.