Message by Dr Choo Yew On, 3 June 2012

1. 1 John 1:1-2:11
Message by Dr Choo Yew Ong, 3 June 2012
Ong,

2. 1) The reality & centrality of Jesus Christ
a) The divinity of Jesus:
i)From the beginning (1:2)- Eternal one, Alpha &
Omega, Self-existence
ii) Word of life; life; eternal life (1:1-2; 5:11-13, 20) –
Everlasting One, the source & giver of life
iii)Son of God (1:3b, 7; 3:8,2,3; 4:9, 14,15; 5:11-13, 20)-
His oneness in nature, and equality with the Father, yet
distinct
iv)Jesus Christ- Anointed One, Messiah, Savior (4:14)
- Righteous One; Sinless (2:1; 3:4)
b) The humanity of Jesus

3. The need to proclaim the good news
A Church for every People Group
Global Total 16,700
Unreached / Least Reached 6,900
The Gospel to the Ends of the Earth
True Believers 10%
Nominal Adherents 20%
Heard, no response 40%
Virtually no exposure 30%

4. 85% of all unreached people groups are in the 10/40 Window.

5. 2. Our fellowship with God and one another
Conditions of true fellowship:
i)Living a life that is pleasing to God (1:5-7)
ii) Recognizing & dealing with sin (1:8-2:2)
Admit and acknowledge our sins
Confess it
God will forgive and purifies us
Have a right attitude about sins

6. 2. Our fellowship with God and one another
Conditions of true fellowship:
iii) Living a life of obedience (2:3-6)
Recognizing God’s authority & Lordship
Follow Jesus’ example of total obedience
iv) Loving God and others (2:7-11)
We are to love as Jesus has loved us.
Is there someone you need to show love today?

7. Chenda

8. Vuthy

9. Conclusion
 John describes the person who fellowship with
God & fellow believers.
 The person has the right attitude about sin.
 He desires to be obedient to God & reflects God’s
love.
 Are you walking in fellowship with God?