1. The passage discusses the characteristics of being a child of God according to 1 John. It emphasizes that believers can have confidence that they possess eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ.
2. Eternal life is described as knowing God and sharing in His divine life. It is a present possession, not just a future hope.
3. John wrote this epistle so that believers may be sure of their salvation and have the assurance that comes from God's promises.
This document contains the sermon notes and bulletin for a church service held on July 12, 2015 at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. The sermon focused on 1 John 5:1-13 and discussed how believers can have confidence in their salvation and eternal life because of God's testimony through Jesus Christ. The bulletin section provided various announcements about upcoming church events, Bible study groups, and challenges from the education department to memorize monthly verses, share one's faith, and discuss how members have seen God at work.
This document discusses how to know Christ as your personal savior. It explains that we are separated from God due to sin but that Jesus bridged the gap through his death and resurrection. To receive Christ, one must admit they are a sinner, repent of their sins, believe Jesus died for them, and invite him into their life. The document encourages growing one's relationship with Christ through reading the Bible, prayer, fellowship, obedience, and telling others about him.
1) The document summarizes a sermon given on Genesis 22:1-14, which recounts God testing Abraham by commanding him to sacrifice his son Isaac.
2) The sermon argues that this story foreshadows God sacrificing his son Jesus, and that Abraham believed God could resurrect Isaac, showing he had faith in the gospel.
3) It notes similarities between this story and Jesus' death and resurrection prophesied in the Old Testament, and says Abraham's obedience through faith made it possible for God to fulfill his promises.
The document outlines God's plan of salvation according to scripture as involving five steps: 1) Hearing the word of God, 2) Believing in Jesus, 3) Repenting of sins, 4) Confessing faith in Jesus, and 5) Being baptized for the remission of sins. It emphasizes that while people have come up with many plans of salvation, there is only one plan given by God in the Bible. It encourages examining whether one has truly obeyed God's biblical plan of salvation or been deceived by human-made plans.
The document provides information about salvation from a Bible study perspective. It defines salvation as redemption from sin, explains that it is a free gift from God through faith in Jesus, and notes several Bible verses supporting this. It discusses that salvation cannot be lost or earned through works, but is maintained by God's power. It emphasizes that people have free will to accept or reject God's gift of salvation.
Series explore god - part 5 - is jesus really god? - 10-11-15 - outlineLifePointe Church
This is Part 5 of the message series EXPLORE GOD. This series is designed to help answer the 7 biggest questions of life. The fifth question is this: "IS JESUS REALLY GOD?" In this message, Pastor Chuck Bernal discusses the four major Christological passages in the New Testament and how they reflect the deity of Christ through creation, revelation, demonstration and exaltation. This message was delivered on October 11, 2015 at LifePointe Church in Crowley, TX.
1) God's intrinsic glory is the manifestation of the combination of all of His attributes such as holiness, justice, mercy, grace, etc.
2) We are to give God glory by magnifying and enhancing His glory before the world through our lives and testimonies. This shows His power and attributes to others.
3) We should give God glory because He created everything and deserves all praise and honor. Since He is the only God, to give glory to anything else would be foolish. All things were created to radiate His glory.
Nicodemus, a Pharisee and ruler of the Jews, comes to Jesus at night seeking answers. Jesus tells Nicodemus that no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again. He explains that one must be born of water and the Spirit to enter the kingdom of God. Jesus likens being born again to the wind, which one cannot tell where it comes from or goes. Later, Jesus tells Nicodemus that God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that whoever believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. He was sent by God not to condemn the world but to save it.
This document contains the sermon notes and bulletin for a church service held on July 12, 2015 at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. The sermon focused on 1 John 5:1-13 and discussed how believers can have confidence in their salvation and eternal life because of God's testimony through Jesus Christ. The bulletin section provided various announcements about upcoming church events, Bible study groups, and challenges from the education department to memorize monthly verses, share one's faith, and discuss how members have seen God at work.
This document discusses how to know Christ as your personal savior. It explains that we are separated from God due to sin but that Jesus bridged the gap through his death and resurrection. To receive Christ, one must admit they are a sinner, repent of their sins, believe Jesus died for them, and invite him into their life. The document encourages growing one's relationship with Christ through reading the Bible, prayer, fellowship, obedience, and telling others about him.
1) The document summarizes a sermon given on Genesis 22:1-14, which recounts God testing Abraham by commanding him to sacrifice his son Isaac.
2) The sermon argues that this story foreshadows God sacrificing his son Jesus, and that Abraham believed God could resurrect Isaac, showing he had faith in the gospel.
3) It notes similarities between this story and Jesus' death and resurrection prophesied in the Old Testament, and says Abraham's obedience through faith made it possible for God to fulfill his promises.
The document outlines God's plan of salvation according to scripture as involving five steps: 1) Hearing the word of God, 2) Believing in Jesus, 3) Repenting of sins, 4) Confessing faith in Jesus, and 5) Being baptized for the remission of sins. It emphasizes that while people have come up with many plans of salvation, there is only one plan given by God in the Bible. It encourages examining whether one has truly obeyed God's biblical plan of salvation or been deceived by human-made plans.
The document provides information about salvation from a Bible study perspective. It defines salvation as redemption from sin, explains that it is a free gift from God through faith in Jesus, and notes several Bible verses supporting this. It discusses that salvation cannot be lost or earned through works, but is maintained by God's power. It emphasizes that people have free will to accept or reject God's gift of salvation.
Series explore god - part 5 - is jesus really god? - 10-11-15 - outlineLifePointe Church
This is Part 5 of the message series EXPLORE GOD. This series is designed to help answer the 7 biggest questions of life. The fifth question is this: "IS JESUS REALLY GOD?" In this message, Pastor Chuck Bernal discusses the four major Christological passages in the New Testament and how they reflect the deity of Christ through creation, revelation, demonstration and exaltation. This message was delivered on October 11, 2015 at LifePointe Church in Crowley, TX.
1) God's intrinsic glory is the manifestation of the combination of all of His attributes such as holiness, justice, mercy, grace, etc.
2) We are to give God glory by magnifying and enhancing His glory before the world through our lives and testimonies. This shows His power and attributes to others.
3) We should give God glory because He created everything and deserves all praise and honor. Since He is the only God, to give glory to anything else would be foolish. All things were created to radiate His glory.
Nicodemus, a Pharisee and ruler of the Jews, comes to Jesus at night seeking answers. Jesus tells Nicodemus that no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again. He explains that one must be born of water and the Spirit to enter the kingdom of God. Jesus likens being born again to the wind, which one cannot tell where it comes from or goes. Later, Jesus tells Nicodemus that God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that whoever believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. He was sent by God not to condemn the world but to save it.
What Must I Do? - The Preacher's Favorite PassageLee Snow
This document explores what a person must do to be saved according to the Bible. It establishes that the Bible contains the answer and examines passages from Romans, Ephesians, and Acts. It determines that one must hear the word of God, believe, repent of sins, confess faith, be baptized, and join the church to be in Christ and experience salvation, forgiveness of sins, and eternal life. The conclusion exhorts the reader to arise and be baptized to wash away sins by calling on the name of the Lord.
We were all born as sinners due to Adam's actions, but through Jesus's death we can be freed from sin's control. When we accept Jesus as our Lord, we are liberated from our sinful nature because we died with Christ on the cross and our old sinful selves have been put off. As Christians, we must reckon that we are dead to sin through faith in Christ so that we no longer have to be enslaved by sin, though we can still choose to sin.
What Does It Mean To Be Born Again? - Session Editionbeng
Jesus tells Nicodemus, a Pharisee and Jewish ruler, that he must be "born again" to enter God's kingdom. Nicodemus does not understand how this is possible, thinking it means being physically born a second time. Jesus explains that it means being spiritually cleansed and regenerated by the Holy Spirit, not through physical birth or religious deeds. While Nicodemus was a respected teacher, Jesus implies he should understand this from Scripture but fails to recognize Jesus as the Son of God spoken of in the Scriptures who descended from heaven.
Gospel of John - #24 - Jesus' Final Teaching Part 2BibleTalk.tv
Jesus continues teaching and encouraging His disciples before He is betrayed by Judas.
View presentation: http://bibletalk.tv/jesus-final-teaching-part-2
This document contains several Bible verses from both the Old and New Testaments discussing the importance of being "born again" through faith in Jesus Christ. Key points include: all have sinned and fall short of God's glory (Romans 3:23, 5:12); one must confess faith in Jesus and believe in his resurrection to be saved (Romans 10:9-14); without faith it is impossible to please God (Hebrews 11:6); Jesus tells Nicodemus one must be "born of water and the Spirit" to enter God's kingdom (John 3:3-7). The document emphasizes salvation comes through faith in Christ, not works, and baptism symbolizes having a clean heart and right spirit
The document discusses the power and effectiveness of God's word as described in various Bible passages. It notes that God's word accomplishes its purposes and does not return void. Several verses affirm the truth and life-giving power of Jesus Christ and God's word. The document contrasts the law, which commands but is never fulfilled, with grace, which is received through faith. It encourages believing the promises of salvation found in God's word.
Jesus spoke the words "It is finished" just before dying on the cross. The document explores what exactly Jesus finished through his death. It argues that through his sinless life and sacrificial death, Jesus definitively brought salvation to all people, making us righteous before God. By grace through faith, everyone can access this salvation that Jesus completed and receive eternal life.
What does it take to begin a relationship with God? Devote yourself to unselfish religious deeds? Become a better person so that God will accept you?
You may be surprised that none of those things will work. But God has made it very clear in the Bible how we can know Him.
The following principles will explain how you can personally begin a relationship with God, right now, through Jesus Christ...
John 3:16-36, God Loves The World, Does God Save Everyone, After these things...Valley Bible Fellowship
John Chapter 3:16-36, God’s Great Love; Why did God want to save sinners?; God Wants Everyone Saved; Why Doesn't God Save Everyone?, Universalism; God loves the world; God Is Love; “After these things”; Christ Must Increase In Us; Christ Is Superior; Believe Or Obey; “Has eternal life” is an assurance of salvation
We circle the verse John 3:16 to discover it's meaning in context with the chapter. In the process we reveal an important lesson for Nicodemus and us about belief.
Eternal life refers to the gift of God that comes through faith in Jesus Christ. It is described as a present possession for believers, not something that is attained after death. Eternal life involves a true, personal knowledge of God and Jesus Christ, not just an academic awareness. One receives eternal life by confessing their sins before God and accepting Jesus as their savior through faith in his atoning death and resurrection.
Series jesus is -______ - message – part 1 - jesus is real – sunday 02-21-16LifePointe Church
Jesus is the most widely known yet misunderstood person in history. He claimed to be the Messiah and Son of God. Historical evidence shows Jesus was a real man who lived, was crucified under Pontius Pilate, and was later reported to have appeared alive after his crucifixion. The Bible presents Jesus as both fully God and fully human. As God, he created the universe and sustains all things. As a human, he lived a perfect, sinless life and voluntarily sacrificed himself on the cross to achieve forgiveness for human sins.
Faith is essential for salvation and the Christian life. It leads to repentance, forgiveness from God, and victory over sin. Faith is trusting in God and His promises without proof. It comes from God as a gift and allows believers to access spiritual blessings. True faith is in God as revealed in Scripture and works through love, not being blind. It gives believers power over darkness and makes all things possible with God.
Jesus tells Nicodemus, a Pharisee and Jewish ruler, that no one can enter God's kingdom unless they are born again. Nicodemus does not understand how this is possible, thinking it means being physically born a second time. Jesus explains that it means being spiritually cleansed and regenerated by the Holy Spirit. While Nicodemus was religious and educated, Jesus implies this is not enough for salvation and one must be spiritually transformed from the inside out to see heaven.
The document discusses the concept of a covenant between God and humanity. It explains that the first covenant made with Adam was a covenant of works, where perfect obedience was the condition for receiving eternal life. Adam broke this covenant through his sin, bringing condemnation and spiritual/physical death to all mankind. The covenant of grace established through Jesus Christ counters the effects of the broken covenant of works and provides salvation.
The document defines what it means to be a Christian. A Christian is someone who accepts Jesus Christ as their personal savior and believes he provides purpose and eternal life. The Bible supports this, with verses like John 3:16 stating that whoever believes in Jesus will not perish but have eternal life. Christians believe God has specific plans for each person's life to prosper and give hope, as Jeremiah 29:11 says. They seek to fulfill the purpose and potential God intends for each individual.
Message series i am - part 9 - i am good shepherd - pastor chuck bernal - 0...LifePointe Church
This message is Part 9 of the message series “I AM” by Pastor Chuck Bernal. In this message titled, “I AM The Good Shepherd”, Pastor Chuck talks about how Jesus is our good shepherd, our great friend and our loving Father. He also explains what it means to be a Christian and how everyone can come to know the Lord personally. This message was delivered at LifePointe Church in Crowley, TX on Sunday, April 9, 2017.
Training Session 1 Evangelism Teleconferencesneugent
This training session covers evangelizing the lost and establishing new churches. It teaches that all people are sinners separated from God but can be forgiven through faith in Jesus Christ. It discusses how Jesus died on the cross to pay for sins, was buried but rose again, and through him believers can have eternal life. Attendees are encouraged to love God and others, pray, study the Bible, meet with other Christians, tell others about Jesus, and use provided tools to share their faith.
This document discusses what God has said according to various Bible verses. It examines passages about being fruitful and having dominion as commanded by God. It also lists hindrances like ignorance, lack of faith, and prayerlessness. Prayer points are provided to give thanks for God's word, ask for removal of barrenness and empowerment to be fruitful. Finally, the document decrees that the reader will not be barren or dominated based on what God has said in the Bible.
John reminds us in this passage of the certainty we have that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. God has given us three witnesses: water (baptism of Jesus); blood (death of Jesus); and the Spirit (the Word). Tbrough this testimony we can believe in Jesus and have eternal life. If we don’t accept the testimony of the witnesses, then we are claiming that God is a liar and do not have life.
This document discusses the concept of eternal life according to passages from the Gospel of John and the book of 1 John. It defines eternal life as including existence, quality, being present now as well as in the future. Jesus is presented as the giver of eternal life through believing in him. 1 John emphasizes that believers can have confidence and assurance of possessing eternal life through knowing God and Christ.
What Must I Do? - The Preacher's Favorite PassageLee Snow
This document explores what a person must do to be saved according to the Bible. It establishes that the Bible contains the answer and examines passages from Romans, Ephesians, and Acts. It determines that one must hear the word of God, believe, repent of sins, confess faith, be baptized, and join the church to be in Christ and experience salvation, forgiveness of sins, and eternal life. The conclusion exhorts the reader to arise and be baptized to wash away sins by calling on the name of the Lord.
We were all born as sinners due to Adam's actions, but through Jesus's death we can be freed from sin's control. When we accept Jesus as our Lord, we are liberated from our sinful nature because we died with Christ on the cross and our old sinful selves have been put off. As Christians, we must reckon that we are dead to sin through faith in Christ so that we no longer have to be enslaved by sin, though we can still choose to sin.
What Does It Mean To Be Born Again? - Session Editionbeng
Jesus tells Nicodemus, a Pharisee and Jewish ruler, that he must be "born again" to enter God's kingdom. Nicodemus does not understand how this is possible, thinking it means being physically born a second time. Jesus explains that it means being spiritually cleansed and regenerated by the Holy Spirit, not through physical birth or religious deeds. While Nicodemus was a respected teacher, Jesus implies he should understand this from Scripture but fails to recognize Jesus as the Son of God spoken of in the Scriptures who descended from heaven.
Gospel of John - #24 - Jesus' Final Teaching Part 2BibleTalk.tv
Jesus continues teaching and encouraging His disciples before He is betrayed by Judas.
View presentation: http://bibletalk.tv/jesus-final-teaching-part-2
This document contains several Bible verses from both the Old and New Testaments discussing the importance of being "born again" through faith in Jesus Christ. Key points include: all have sinned and fall short of God's glory (Romans 3:23, 5:12); one must confess faith in Jesus and believe in his resurrection to be saved (Romans 10:9-14); without faith it is impossible to please God (Hebrews 11:6); Jesus tells Nicodemus one must be "born of water and the Spirit" to enter God's kingdom (John 3:3-7). The document emphasizes salvation comes through faith in Christ, not works, and baptism symbolizes having a clean heart and right spirit
The document discusses the power and effectiveness of God's word as described in various Bible passages. It notes that God's word accomplishes its purposes and does not return void. Several verses affirm the truth and life-giving power of Jesus Christ and God's word. The document contrasts the law, which commands but is never fulfilled, with grace, which is received through faith. It encourages believing the promises of salvation found in God's word.
Jesus spoke the words "It is finished" just before dying on the cross. The document explores what exactly Jesus finished through his death. It argues that through his sinless life and sacrificial death, Jesus definitively brought salvation to all people, making us righteous before God. By grace through faith, everyone can access this salvation that Jesus completed and receive eternal life.
What does it take to begin a relationship with God? Devote yourself to unselfish religious deeds? Become a better person so that God will accept you?
You may be surprised that none of those things will work. But God has made it very clear in the Bible how we can know Him.
The following principles will explain how you can personally begin a relationship with God, right now, through Jesus Christ...
John 3:16-36, God Loves The World, Does God Save Everyone, After these things...Valley Bible Fellowship
John Chapter 3:16-36, God’s Great Love; Why did God want to save sinners?; God Wants Everyone Saved; Why Doesn't God Save Everyone?, Universalism; God loves the world; God Is Love; “After these things”; Christ Must Increase In Us; Christ Is Superior; Believe Or Obey; “Has eternal life” is an assurance of salvation
We circle the verse John 3:16 to discover it's meaning in context with the chapter. In the process we reveal an important lesson for Nicodemus and us about belief.
Eternal life refers to the gift of God that comes through faith in Jesus Christ. It is described as a present possession for believers, not something that is attained after death. Eternal life involves a true, personal knowledge of God and Jesus Christ, not just an academic awareness. One receives eternal life by confessing their sins before God and accepting Jesus as their savior through faith in his atoning death and resurrection.
Series jesus is -______ - message – part 1 - jesus is real – sunday 02-21-16LifePointe Church
Jesus is the most widely known yet misunderstood person in history. He claimed to be the Messiah and Son of God. Historical evidence shows Jesus was a real man who lived, was crucified under Pontius Pilate, and was later reported to have appeared alive after his crucifixion. The Bible presents Jesus as both fully God and fully human. As God, he created the universe and sustains all things. As a human, he lived a perfect, sinless life and voluntarily sacrificed himself on the cross to achieve forgiveness for human sins.
Faith is essential for salvation and the Christian life. It leads to repentance, forgiveness from God, and victory over sin. Faith is trusting in God and His promises without proof. It comes from God as a gift and allows believers to access spiritual blessings. True faith is in God as revealed in Scripture and works through love, not being blind. It gives believers power over darkness and makes all things possible with God.
Jesus tells Nicodemus, a Pharisee and Jewish ruler, that no one can enter God's kingdom unless they are born again. Nicodemus does not understand how this is possible, thinking it means being physically born a second time. Jesus explains that it means being spiritually cleansed and regenerated by the Holy Spirit. While Nicodemus was religious and educated, Jesus implies this is not enough for salvation and one must be spiritually transformed from the inside out to see heaven.
The document discusses the concept of a covenant between God and humanity. It explains that the first covenant made with Adam was a covenant of works, where perfect obedience was the condition for receiving eternal life. Adam broke this covenant through his sin, bringing condemnation and spiritual/physical death to all mankind. The covenant of grace established through Jesus Christ counters the effects of the broken covenant of works and provides salvation.
The document defines what it means to be a Christian. A Christian is someone who accepts Jesus Christ as their personal savior and believes he provides purpose and eternal life. The Bible supports this, with verses like John 3:16 stating that whoever believes in Jesus will not perish but have eternal life. Christians believe God has specific plans for each person's life to prosper and give hope, as Jeremiah 29:11 says. They seek to fulfill the purpose and potential God intends for each individual.
Message series i am - part 9 - i am good shepherd - pastor chuck bernal - 0...LifePointe Church
This message is Part 9 of the message series “I AM” by Pastor Chuck Bernal. In this message titled, “I AM The Good Shepherd”, Pastor Chuck talks about how Jesus is our good shepherd, our great friend and our loving Father. He also explains what it means to be a Christian and how everyone can come to know the Lord personally. This message was delivered at LifePointe Church in Crowley, TX on Sunday, April 9, 2017.
Training Session 1 Evangelism Teleconferencesneugent
This training session covers evangelizing the lost and establishing new churches. It teaches that all people are sinners separated from God but can be forgiven through faith in Jesus Christ. It discusses how Jesus died on the cross to pay for sins, was buried but rose again, and through him believers can have eternal life. Attendees are encouraged to love God and others, pray, study the Bible, meet with other Christians, tell others about Jesus, and use provided tools to share their faith.
This document discusses what God has said according to various Bible verses. It examines passages about being fruitful and having dominion as commanded by God. It also lists hindrances like ignorance, lack of faith, and prayerlessness. Prayer points are provided to give thanks for God's word, ask for removal of barrenness and empowerment to be fruitful. Finally, the document decrees that the reader will not be barren or dominated based on what God has said in the Bible.
John reminds us in this passage of the certainty we have that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. God has given us three witnesses: water (baptism of Jesus); blood (death of Jesus); and the Spirit (the Word). Tbrough this testimony we can believe in Jesus and have eternal life. If we don’t accept the testimony of the witnesses, then we are claiming that God is a liar and do not have life.
This document discusses the concept of eternal life according to passages from the Gospel of John and the book of 1 John. It defines eternal life as including existence, quality, being present now as well as in the future. Jesus is presented as the giver of eternal life through believing in him. 1 John emphasizes that believers can have confidence and assurance of possessing eternal life through knowing God and Christ.
God dealt with sin for three main reasons: (1) Sin is breaking God's law and His holy nature requires judgment of sin; (2) Sin originates from within humans and damages relationships, separating humans from God; (3) In order to redeem and reconcile humans, God sent his son Jesus to die for sins so that those who believe may be restored to a righteous relationship with God. The document explores how sin affects humans and their relationship with God, and how God addressed sin through Jesus to save people and bring them back to Him.
How confident are you in your relationship with God? Do you know that you know Him? Do you know that you are going to be with Him in heaven for eternity?
The document discusses two paths in life according to the Bible - the broad path leading to destruction and death versus the narrow path leading to life. It explores what the paths entail, including that all have sinned but can be saved through repenting and believing in Jesus, who died for sins and was resurrected. The document encourages examining one's own path and considering placing one's faith in Jesus to receive salvation and eternal life.
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Our Salvation
Are you a Christian?
The Symbols of Salvation
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Purpose: Why we exist
Vision: What we intend to do
Faith: What we believe
Values: What we practice
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This document summarizes a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. The sermon discusses how Jesus became human in order to die for humanity's sins and defeat death, so that humans could regain their original purpose of having dominion over the earth. It explains that humans are made with body, soul and spirit, and that through faith in Jesus, believers can be freed from sin's curse and reign as kings with Christ for eternity.
God's holiness is the essence of His nature and separates Him from all creation. It expresses His utter perfection and uniqueness. God calls us to be holy as He is holy by living set apart lives through our relationship with Jesus Christ. When we accept Christ, His righteousness is imputed to us and the Holy Spirit begins transforming us into His image through the process of sanctification. We must live distinct from the world by obeying God's commands and having conduct honorable among unbelievers.
1) The document provides background information on the book of 1 John, including its author (John), purpose of writing (so readers may have full joy and not sin), and key themes (perseverance of the saints, nature of sin, sons of God).
2) It examines several passages in depth, explaining theological concepts like the neuter usage regarding Jesus, distinction between singular and plural references to sin, and definition of sin involving transgression of Mosaic law.
3) Passages about seeing God, deception, and idolatry are discussed in the context of warnings for believers during the end times tribulation period concerning taking the mark of the beast or swearing oaths to the antichrist.
The gospel is the good news of God's salvation for mankind through Jesus Christ. Due to Adam and Eve's disobedience, God's children were taken captive by sin. As a loving father, God sought to rescue his children by sending his son Jesus to die on the cross. Through his death and resurrection, Jesus paid the punishment for sin so that all may be forgiven and have eternal life by accepting God's free gift of salvation. The document provides biblical support for these concepts and encourages readers to accept this gift of salvation in Jesus.
This document provides a guide for becoming a witness and soul winner for Jesus Christ. It covers the following key points:
I. The commission to go and make disciples requires compassion for others and a concern for their spiritual well-being. Effective witnessing involves personal contact with others to share the gospel message.
II. The guide outlines a four-step approach to personal evangelism involving introduction, asking diagnostic questions, presenting the gospel message, and obtaining a commitment. It also discusses following up with new believers.
III. Effective witnessing depends on relying on God's power and sharing the message person-to-person through a tactful and loving approach aimed at bringing others to faith in Christ.
The document outlines four spiritual laws that govern people's relationship with God. The first law is that God loves people and offers a wonderful plan for their lives. The second law is that people are sinful and separated from God, so they cannot know or experience God's love without intervention. The third law is that Jesus Christ is God's only provision to bridge the gap between God and people caused by sin. The fourth law is that people must individually receive Jesus Christ as their savior and lord in order to know and experience God's love and plan for their lives.
This is an inductive Bible study handout in Chinese on Romans 1:1-7. The outstanding position on the understanding of this study is that the spirit of holiness is about the human spirit of Jesus is sinless, righteous, and merciful like that of God the Father and therefore he was declared fully qualified as the son of God by God the Father through raising him from the dead.
This document summarizes a church bulletin that provides information about upcoming events at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi, including a Sunday school luncheon, a patriotic concert and block party, and encourages bringing glory to God through good works. It also includes a summary of Ephesians 2:1-10 about what believers were, what God did, and what believers now are through faith in Christ.
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The document discusses the character of God and argues that the only way to truly know God is through what He has revealed about Himself in the Bible. It states that while creation shows God's power, only Scripture reveals things like the Trinity and salvation through Jesus Christ. The author asserts that the Bible alone directs us on how to glorify and enjoy God forever.
How Do You Measure Up To The Word Of God?Tyler Bryant
The document discusses measuring one's beliefs against the truth of the Bible. It establishes that the Bible is truth from God and the standard by which all doctrine and teachings should be measured. It explains that man is a sinner but God provides salvation through Jesus Christ. It emphasizes the need for repentance from sin and baptism upon believing in order to be saved according to the Bible.
This document provides an overview and summary of John 1:14-18 from a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. It discusses how in these verses, John summarizes the key points about Jesus from the prologue of his gospel: that the eternal Word became flesh and dwelt among mankind, and that we beheld His glory. It explores the nature of the incarnation, how God revealed Himself through creation, the Old Testament, and ultimately through Jesus Christ. The document also examines how God dwelt with Israel in the tabernacle and temple and now dwells in believers as His temple through the Holy Spirit.
God tests Abraham's faith by commanding him to sacrifice his son Isaac on Mount Moriah. Abraham takes Isaac and wood for the burnt offering and travels to the appointed place. When Isaac questions the lack of animal for sacrifice, Abraham responds with faith that God will provide. At the mountain, Abraham binds Isaac and places him on an altar but an angel stops Abraham before he sacrifices Isaac. Looking up, Abraham sees a ram caught in nearby bushes that God has provided as the sacrifice instead of Isaac. Abraham names the place Jehovah-Jireh, meaning "the Lord will provide." The story is a foreshadowing of God providing his own son Jesus as the ultimate sacrifice.
New Dawning Magazine November December 2016 edit 4abcJoyce Eason
This document is the November/December 2016 issue of the New Dawning Magazine. It includes various articles on ministry, youth, scripture, poetry, recipes, and more. The editorial by Joyce Eason discusses unity within families during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. It also provides credits, contact information, and a faith statement for the magazine.
1) The document discusses the gospel or good news of God's salvation for mankind through Jesus Christ. It explains that through sin, mankind was captive and enslaved, but God rescued us by sending his son Jesus to die on the cross.
2) It further explains what was accomplished through Jesus' death - forgiveness of sins, healing, righteousness, eternal life, and more. It emphasizes that salvation is a free gift from God that one must accept through faith in Jesus.
3) The document encourages accepting God's gift of salvation through confessing faith in Jesus and provides resources for spiritual growth.
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The document discusses prophecies from Isaiah about God restoring the heavens and earth and creating a new Jerusalem without weeping or crying. It then discusses passages from the New Testament about how believers should live in light of these prophecies, looking forward to Christ's appearing and purifying themselves. The document also provides summaries about the characteristics and features of Christ's future millennial kingdom based on passages from Isaiah, Psalms, Ezekiel, Daniel, and Revelation.
The document discusses the future reign of Christ on earth based on passages from Isaiah, Psalms, Ezekiel, and Revelation. It describes the main features of the future millennial kingdom as an earthly kingdom where Christ will reign for 1000 years after His second coming. Resurrected saints from all ages will reign with Christ on earth and assist in His rule. The kingdom will be a time of peace and prosperity without evil or harm.
This passage from Isaiah 58 discusses God's condemnation of empty worship rituals among his people that are not accompanied by righteous living and care for the oppressed. God explains that true worship requires loosening bonds of wickedness, sharing with the hungry, and clothing the naked. The prophet Isaiah lived during a time of rebuilding after the exile when the temple had been reconstructed but the city walls remained in ruins. God promises blessings of light, guidance, strength, and renewal for those who repent from sin and pursue justice. The sermon references other passages emphasizing that God desires mercy over sacrifice and that true salvation will come through God himself acting as righteous judge and redeemer through the coming Messiah.
This document provides a summary and analysis of Isaiah 58:1-12. It examines God's condemnation of hypocritical worship among his people, who were going through the motions of fasting and prayer but without true repentance or care for the oppressed. God explains that true worship requires acts of justice, mercy, and humility. The document places this passage in historical context during the post-exilic period when the temple had been rebuilt but Jerusalem's walls remained in disrepair. It concludes by connecting Isaiah's prophecy to the ultimate salvation God provides through Jesus Christ.
1) The document discusses Isaiah 53, which prophesies the coming of Jesus as the suffering servant who would bear the sins of humanity.
2) It analyzes various verses from Isaiah 53 that describe Jesus' humble upbringing, rejection, suffering, and death on the cross in fulfillment of these prophecies.
3) The author argues that the chapter paints a clear picture of Jesus and his redemptive work, though some Jewish people did not accept that it referred to him.
This document provides an analysis and commentary on Isaiah 53:1-12. It discusses how this passage prophesies Jesus as the suffering servant who would bear the sins of humanity. Some key points made include: Jewish people historically did not believe Isaiah 53 referred to Jesus as they were expecting a conquering messiah; the passage depicts the servant as having no beauty or majesty and being despised and rejected; it describes how he would bear our sorrows and be wounded for our transgressions so that through his suffering we can be healed. The document analyzes various verses in depth to draw connections between the prophecy and Jesus' life and crucifixion.
The document provides an overview and analysis of Isaiah 49:1-13. It summarizes that:
1) The passage promises comfort for God's people and the coming of a Messiah who will be a servant and bring salvation to all nations.
2) Jesus fulfills the prophecies as the suffering servant who is called and named by God from birth to be a light to the Gentiles.
3) The passage prophesies that the servant will be rejected but later worshipped, establish a new covenant, and guide God's people to salvation.
1) The document provides an overview and analysis of Isaiah 49:1-13 from a Sunday school lesson. It examines how this passage prophesies comfort for God's people through a coming servant Messiah and how Jesus fulfills this prophecy.
2) Key points include how Isaiah 49 promises a Messiah who will bring salvation for Israel and all nations, depicted as a servant who is named and empowered by God.
3) The document analyzes how Jesus fulfills this prophecy by being God's chosen servant who is rejected by men but brings salvation, being made a light to the Gentiles and worshipped by all through his death and resurrection.
This document contains the summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. It discusses Isaiah 46:3-13, focusing on God's care for his people and how he alone is worthy of worship unlike idols. It includes quotes from the Bible passage and hymns like "His Eye is on the Sparrow" to illustrate the theme that God watches over and protects believers.
This document provides a summary of a Sunday school class discussion on putting God first in all things and trusting in His care. It includes summaries of Bible passages from Isaiah, Psalms, and Matthew discussing not worshipping idols and trusting that God watches over His people. The hymn "His Eye is on the Sparrow" is analyzed, inspired by verses on God caring for even sparrows. The class discussed how tragedies can humble us and that God saves those who recognize their need.
God instructs Isaiah to comfort God's people with three messages: 1) God is sovereign and in control, even during difficult times. 2) God will fulfill his purposes, such as forgiving Israel and sending a Redeemer. 3) God will sustain his people, though all humanity is transitory except God's eternal word. The prophecy looks forward to Israel's restoration after the coming exile.
The document provides an overview of a Sunday school lesson on Isaiah 40. It discusses the historical context during Isaiah's time, the message of comfort God instructed Isaiah to provide to Judah facing exile, and how this message still applies today. The lesson focuses on how Isaiah conveyed that God is sovereign, will fulfill his purposes, and sustain his people. It also provides biblical references on God's comfort and plan of salvation through Jesus Christ.
The document provides an overview and summary of Isaiah 34-39 from a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. It discusses the historical context involving King Hezekiah of Judah rebelling against Assyria, the confrontation with Rabshakeh representing Sennacherib, Hezekiah's prayer to God, and God's response promising to defend Jerusalem for his own sake and for David. Key themes are God hearing and answering prayer, defeating the enemies of his people, and bringing hope and salvation.
The document provides a summary of Isaiah 34-39 from a Sunday School class. It discusses the historical context involving King Hezekiah of Judah rebelling against the Assyrian king Sennacherib in 701 BC. It describes the Rabshakeh threatening Jerusalem on behalf of Sennacherib, and Hezekiah praying to God for deliverance. God responds through Isaiah, promising to deliver Jerusalem and put a spirit in Sennacherib so he returns to his own land.
Isaiah 31 discusses God's promise to protect Israel and Judah if they trust in Him rather than forming alliances with other nations like Egypt. It warns that those who seek protection from Egypt will be put to shame, as the Egyptians are merely mortal while God is all-powerful. The chapter promises that God will come down to defend Jerusalem from Assyria, represented as a lion, and will shield and deliver His people. It calls the Israelites to repent and return to God to receive His protection.
The document provides an overview and analysis of Isaiah 31. It summarizes that the chapter warns Israel and Judah against forming an alliance with Egypt and relying on Egyptian horses and chariots for protection against Assyria. While Egypt can provide military strength, God promises to protect Jerusalem himself. The chapter exhorts the people to repent from idolatry and return to trusting God for their defense. It prophesies that Assyria will fall not by human hands but by the sword of God in response to their threats against Judah.
God will judge the earth and its inhabitants for their sins and breaking God's covenant. This judgement is described in Isaiah 24-27 and referred to as Isaiah's Apocalypse. However, God also has a plan for salvation and will deliver the remnant of people from the ends of the earth who worship him. Ultimately, God will reign eternally in Jerusalem and provide salvation for all people through his son Jesus Christ.
God will judge the earth and its inhabitants for their sin and breaking of His covenant. Isaiah 24-27 discusses this coming judgement, including how God will devastate the earth and punish both earthly kings and the hosts of heaven. However, it also promises ultimate salvation and a banquet for all people on God's holy mountain when He defeats death. The passage encourages believers that though judgement is coming, God has a plan for hope and salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.
This document provides a summary and analysis of Isaiah 23:1-18. It discusses Tyre's historical relationship with Israel as an important Phoenician seaport city. God prophesied Tyre's destruction through Nebuchadnezzar and Alexander the Great because of the city's pride. The prophecy warns that no place, including Cyprus, will provide rest for Tyre's inhabitants. It also foretells that Tyre will be forgotten for 70 years but trade will slowly resume. The document applies lessons about God's sovereignty over nations and his hatred of pride.
The document provides commentary on Isaiah 23, which prophesies the destruction of the Phoenician city of Tyre. It discusses Tyre's history and relationship with Israel, highlighting its pride and role in commerce and idolatry. The commentary explains how Tyre was destroyed multiple times according to prophecies by Isaiah and Ezekiel, and applies lessons about God's sovereignty over nations.
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07 July 12, 2015, 1 John 5;1-12, Jesus Alone
1. 1 John 5:1-13
Jesus Alone
July 12, 2015
First Baptist Church
Jackson, Mississippi
USA
What’s the number one thing?
The Glory of God!
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1 Corinthians 10:31 NKJV
31 Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of
God.
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July Memory Verse:
I John 1:7 NIV
But if we walk in the light, as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one
another, and the blood of Jesus, His Son, purifies us from all sin.
2. Remember To Pray For
The Committee On Committees
Kendall Smith - Chairman
Beth Aldridge, David Gibbs,
Sherye Green, Mike Lowe,
Chris Maddux, Jim Merritt, Jr.,
Elizabeth Rich, Eddy Waller
Men's Stories
Every Tuesday, 11:30 AM - 12:50 PM
All men are invited to a great lunch and devotion
Hosted by Hal Warren -
First Baptist Jackson's Missions and Evangelism Pastor.
Fellowship Hall East
11:15 a.m. - Lunch Line Begins
12:15 p.m. - Program Begins
12:50 p.m. - Dismiss
Regular Line: $7.50
Senior Adult: $6.00
Lite Line: $5.50
3. French Camp Academy
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We have three challenges that the Education Department has placed before us
in 2015:
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1.) Memorize the monthly memory verses and know each month we are hiding
God’s Word in our heart.
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January verse: Romans 10:9
February verse: Ephesians 2:8-9
March verse: Romans 3:23
April verse: I Peter 1:3
May verse: 2 Corinthians 9:7
June verse: Philippians 1:6
4. 2.) Share your faith with one person each month and build a relationship with
them, so they will become a believer in 2015 as God uses you to plant seeds
with that person.
Luke 19:11-27
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3). Ask two Sunday School class members to share how they have seen God at
work during the week.
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Next Sunday
July 19, 2015
Revelation 1:1-8
Jesus’ Revelation
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5. Today’s passage: 1 John 5:1-13 NKJV
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1 John 5:1-13 NKJV
1 Whoever believes that Jesus is the Christ is born of God, and everyone who
loves Him Who begot also loves Him Who is begotten of Him.
(Every person who believes that Jesus is, in fact, the Messiah, is God-begotten. If
we love the One Who conceives the Child, we’ll surely love the Child Who was
conceived.)
MSG
2 By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God and keep
His commandments. 3 For this is the love of God, that we keep His
commandments. And His commandments are not burdensome.
(The proof that we love God comes when we keep His commandments and
they are not at all troublesome.)
MSG
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6. 4 For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that
has overcome the world—our faith. 5 Who is he who overcomes the world, but he
who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?
(Every God-begotten person conquers the world’s ways. The conquering power
that brings the world to its knees is our faith. The person who wins out over the
world’s ways is simply the one who believes Jesus is the Son of God.)
MSG
6 This is He Who came by water and blood—Jesus Christ; not only by water, but
by water and blood. And it is the Spirit Who bears witness, because the Spirit is
truth.
(He experienced a life-giving birth and a death-killing death. Not only birth from
the womb, but baptismal birth of His ministry and sacrificial death.)
MSG
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7 For there are three that bear witness in Heaven: the Father, the Word, and the
Holy Spirit; and these three are One.
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8 And there are three that bear witness on earth: the Spirit, the water, and the
blood; and these three agree as one.
7. (A triple testimony: the Spirit, the Baptism, the Crucifixion - all the three in perfect
agreement.)
MSG
9 If we receive the witness of men, the witness of God is greater (if we take
human testimony at face value, how much more should we be reassured when
God gives testimony as He does here); for this is the witness of God which He has
testified of His Son. 10 He who believes in the Son of God has the witness in
himself; he who does not believe God (in effect calls God a liar, he blasphemes
God) has made Him a liar, because he has not believed the testimony that God
has given of His Son. 11 And this is the testimony: that God has given us eternal
life, and this life is in His Son. 12 He who has the Son has life; he who does not
have the Son of God does not have life (whoever rejects the Son, rejects life).
13 These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God,
that you may know (not hope, but will know beyond the shadow of a doubt)
that you have eternal life, and that you may continue to believe in the name of
the Son of God.
1 John 5:1-13 NKJV
John wrote this epistle so that we may be sure that we are the children of God
(1 John 5:13).
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It would be helpful at this point to review the characteristics of God's children:
• “Everyone also who practices righteousness is born of Him.” (1 John 2:29,
NASB)
• “No one who is born of God practices sin.” (1 John 3:9, NASB)
• "We know that we have passed out of death into life, because we love the
brethren.” (1 John 3:14, NASB)
• “Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God; and everyone who
loves is born of God and knows God.” (1 John 4:7, NASB).
• “For whatever is born of God overcomes the world; and this is the victory
that has overcome the world—our faith.” (1 John 5:4 NASB).
8. If you bear these "birthmarks," you can say with confidence that you are a child
of God.
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When Sir James Simpson, the discoverer of chloroform, was on his deathbed, a
friend asked him, "Sir, what are your speculations?"
Simpson replied: "Speculations! I have no speculations! 'For I know Whom I have
believed, and am persuaded that He is able to keep that which I have
committed unto Him against that day.'"
2 Tim 1:12
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The Bible states in several places (Romans 6:23b, Ephesians 2:8-9) that eternal
life is a gift from God.
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9. Romans 6:23 NKJV
23 For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our
Lord.
Ephesians 2:8-9 NKJV
8 For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it
is the gift of God, 9 not of works, lest anyone should boast.
God will not take something back that He has promised to give you, that He has
already given you.
Your eternal life has already begun.
It is a present possession, not merely a future hope (John 3:36; 5:24; 6:47, 54;
10:28; 1 John 3:15), though it is not fully manifested in this life.
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You have been saved (past tense) from the penalty of sin – Justification.
You are being saved (present tense) from the power of sin – Sanctification.
You will be saved (future tense) from the very presence of sin – Glorification.
There will come a day in the future when the eternal life believers already
possess will no longer be incarcerated in their sinful, fallen flesh.
On that glorious day, they will experience their “adoption as sons, the
redemption of the body” (Romans 8:23; cf. Phil 3:21; 1 John 3:2).
Then the glory of eternal life—the power of the Trinity that works within them
(Ephesians 3:16-19)—will shine through them unclouded by their mortal bodies.
(glorification)
10. The reason that you can know that you have eternal life is because of the
character of the One Who promised to give it to you.
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Therefore, your eternal life is not dependent on how well you live the last two
months of your life.
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In its most basic sense, eternal life is living forever with God in Heaven (Matthew
25:46; Mark 10:30).
The term does not refer primarily to duration of life, but to quality of life.
Eternal life is to know Jesus Christ (John 17:3), Who Himself is eternal life (1 John
5:20), and to share in His life.
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3 And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus
Christ Whom You have sent.
1 John 5:20 NKJV
20 And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us an
understanding, that we may know Him Who is true; and we are in Him Who is
true, in His Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God and eternal life.
The apostle assured them that if they passed the doctrinal and practical tests,
they could know for certain that they had eternal life.
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That ye may know (ina eidhte) - to know with settled intuitive knowledge.
• John wishes them to have eternal life in Christ (John 20:31) and to know
that they have it, but not with flippant superficiality (1 John 2:3).
1 John 5:11-12 NKJV
11 And this is the testimony: that God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His
Son. 12 He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does
not have life.
The Essence of Our Faith
With this passage (5:11-12), the letter proper comes to an end.
• What follows is in the nature of a postscript and the end is a statement that
the essence of the Christian life is eternal life.
The word for eternal is aionios.
It means far more than simply lasting forever.
• A life which lasted forever might well be a curse and not a blessing, an
intolerable burden and not a shining gift.
There is only one Person to Whom aionios may properly be applied and that is
God.
12. In the real sense of the term it is God alone Who possesses and inhabits eternity.
Eternal life is, therefore, nothing other than the life of God Himself.
What we are promised is that here and now there can be given us a share in the
very life of God.
It may be pointed out, in fact, that the assurance of one's salvation always rests
fundamentally and sufficiently on the direct promises that God makes to that
believer.
• In other words, one's assurance rests on the testimony of God.
In God there is peace and, therefore, eternal life means serenity.
It means a life liberated from the fears which haunt the human situation.
• In God there is power and, therefore, eternal life means the defeat of
frustration.
It means a life filled with the power of God and, therefore, victorious over
circumstance.
In God there is holiness and, therefore, eternal life means the defeat of sin.
Eternal life means a life clad with the purity of God and armed against the soiling
infections of the world.
In God there is love and, therefore, eternal life means the end of bitterness and
hatred.
It means a life which has the love of God in its heart and the undefeatable love
of man in all its feelings and in all its action.
In God there is life and, therefore eternal life means the defeat of death.
It means a life which is
indestructible because it has in it
the indestructibility of God Himself.
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13. It is John's conviction that such a life comes through Jesus Christ and in no other
way.
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If eternal life is the life of God, it means that we can possess that life only when
we know God and are enabled to approach Him and rest in Him.
We can do these two things only in Jesus Christ.
The Son alone fully knows the Father and, therefore, only He can fully reveal to
us what God is like.
• As John had it in his Gospel: "No one has ever seen God; the only Son,
Who is in the bosom of the Father, He has made Him known" (John 1:18).
And Jesus Christ alone can bring us to God.
It is in Him that there is open to us the new and living way into the presence of
God (Heb 10:19-23).
Hebrews 10:19-23 The Message
19-21 So, friends, we can now—without hesitation—walk right up to God, into “the
Holy Place.” Jesus has cleared the way by the blood of His sacrifice, acting as
our Priest before God. The “curtain” into God’s presence is His body.
22-23 So let’s do it—full of belief, confident that we’re presentable inside and out.
Let’s keep a firm grip on the promises that keep us going. He always keeps His
word.
Hebrews 10:19-23 The Message
Look at this simple analogy: If we wish to meet someone whom we do not know
and who moves in a completely different circle from our own, we can achieve
that meeting only by finding someone who knows him and is willing to introduce
us to him.
That is what Jesus does for us in regard to God.
14. Eternal life is the life of God and we can find that life only through Jesus Christ.
Are you trusting Him in such a way that no one on Earth or in Heaven can shake
your confidence in Him?
If you haven't come to that point, you haven't come anywhere at all.
To be saved means you trust Christ, and it means you have Christ as your Savior.
"He that hath the Son hath life."
He's our lifeboat, He's our lifeline.
He's our only hope & we are lost without Him, but if we have Him, we have life.
The question is:
Whom do you believe?
Not what do you believe, but Whom do you believe?
Do you believe God?
Do you believe the record that He gave?
He says that if you have the Son, you have life.
Do you believe that?
John didn't say if you feel like it or if you have joined something, but if you
believe in the Lord Jesus Christ.
It is not a matter of how much faith you have or how you feel about it, it is
whether or not you trust Christ.
That's all important.
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15. Having this assurance of eternal life will do something for our Christian life here
and now – and for later! (See 1 Timothy 4:8)
1 Timothy 4:7b-8 NKJV
7b exercise yourself toward godliness. 8 For bodily exercise profits a little, but
godliness is profitable for all things, having promise of the life that now is and of
that which is to come.
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THE RESPONSE TO GOD'S TESTIMONY
1 John 5:10 NKJV
10 He who believes in the Son of God has the witness in himself; he who does not
believe God (in effect calls God a liar, he blasphemes God) has made Him a
liar, because he has not believed the testimony that God has given of His Son.
What people do with God's testimony to Jesus Christ determines their eternal
destiny.
There are only two possible responses: to believe God's testimony, or to reject it.
There are two questions that God will ask everyone:
1) What did you do with My Son?
2) What did you do with what I gave you?
16. 1) What did you do with My Son?
Determines whether you get into Heaven or not.
2) What did you do with what I gave you?
Determines your rewards once you get into Heaven.
No one can remain neutral, for as Jesus said, “He who is not with Me is against
Me.” (Matthew 12:30a)
The one who believes in the Son of God has the testimony in himself.
He who has the Son (abiding in him), has eternal life!
Since true faith perseveres, those who turn away from the Gospel reveal that
they were never saved in the first place.
On the other hand, the one who does not believe God has made Him a liar.
To deny that Jesus Christ is Who God said He is, to refuse to believe in the
testimony that God has given concerning His Son, renders God a liar—which is
the severest of all blasphemies since God is perfect truth and cannot lie.
God cannot lie: Numbers 23:19; 1 Samuel 15:29; Titus
1:2; Hebrews 6:18.
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Blasphemy is the act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for
God.
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17. Etymology - The word "blasphemy" comes from Greek words that mean
"utterance, talk, speech" and "injure".
• From blasphemare also came Old French blasmer, from which the English
word, "blame", came.
It denotes also any kind of calumny, or evil-speaking, or abuse (1 Kings 21:10;
Acts 13:45; 18:6).
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Christian theology condemns blasphemy.
It is spoken of in Mark 3:29, where blaspheming the Holy Spirit is spoken of as
unforgivable—the eternal sin.
Mark 3:29 NKJV
28 “Assuredly, I say to you, all sins will be forgiven the sons of men, and whatever
blasphemies they may utter; 29 but he who blasphemes against the Holy Spirit
never has forgiveness, but is subject to eternal condemnation”—
The strong man (Matthew 12:22-30 ).
Jesus healed a demoniac who was both blind and dumb (Matt. 12:22-24), and
the scribes and Pharisees used this miracle as an opportunity to attack Him.
(Also in Mark 3:22-30)
Mark 3:22-30 NKJV
A House Divided Cannot Stand
22 And the scribes who came down from Jerusalem said, “He has Beelzebub,”
and, “By the ruler of the demons He casts out demons.”
18. 23 So He called them to Himself and said to them in parables: “How can Satan
cast out Satan? 24 If a kingdom is divided against itself, that kingdom cannot
stand. 25 And if a house is divided against itself, that house cannot stand. 26 And if
Satan has risen up against himself, and is divided, he cannot stand, but has an
end. 27 No one can enter a strong man’s house and plunder his goods, unless he
first binds the strong man. And then he will plunder his house.
The Unpardonable Sin
28 “Assuredly, I say to you, all sins will be forgiven the sons of men, and whatever
blasphemies they may utter; 29 but he who blasphemes against the Holy Spirit
never has forgiveness, but is subject to eternal condemnation”— 30 because
they said, “He has an unclean spirit.”
Mark 3:22-30 NKJV
In this passage, Mark introduced a new word -parables - (Mark 3:23; 4:2, 10-11,
13, 33-34).
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Jesus explained the kingdom, not by giving a lecture on theology, but by
painting pictures that captured the attention of the people and forced them to
use their imaginations and think.
Our English word parable comes from two Greek words that mean "to cast
alongside" (para—alongside; ballo—to throw or cast).
• A parable is a story or figure placed alongside a teaching to help us
understand its meaning.
It is much more than "an earthly story with a heavenly meaning," and it certainly
is not an "illustration" such as a preacher would use in a sermon.
A true parable gets the listener deeply involved and compels that listener to
make a personal decision about God's truth and his or her life.
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So penetrating and personal are parables that, after they heard several of them,
the religious leaders wanted to kill the Lord Jesus! (see Matt. 21:45-46)
A parable begins innocently as a picture that arrests our attention and arouses
our interest.
But as we study the picture, it becomes a mirror in which we suddenly see
ourselves.
If we continue to look by faith, the mirror becomes a window through which we
see God and His truth.
How we respond to that truth will determine what further truth God will teach us.
(see John 14:21)
John 14:21 NKJV
21 He who has My commandments and keeps them, it is he who loves Me. And
he who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and manifest
Myself to him.”
Why did Jesus teach in parables?
His disciples asked Him that very question (Mark 4:10-12; and see Matthew
13:10-17).
• A careful study of His reply reveals that Jesus used parables both to hide
the truth and to reveal it.
Matthew 13:10-13, 16-17 NKJV
The Purpose of Parables
10 And the disciples came and said to Him, “Why do You speak to them in
parables?”
20. 11 He answered and said to them, “Because it has been given to you to know the
mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it has not been given. 12 For
whoever has, to him more will be given, and he will have abundance; but
whoever does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him.
13 Therefore I speak to them in parables, because seeing they do not see, and
hearing they do not hear, nor do they understand.
16 But blessed are your eyes for they see, and your ears for they hear; 17 for
assuredly, I say to you that many prophets and righteous men desired to see
what you see, and did not see it, and to hear what you hear, and did not hear it.
Matthew 13:10-13, 16-17 NKJV
The crowd did not judge the parables; the parables judged the crowd.
• The careless listener, who thought he knew everything, would hear only a
story that he did not really understand; and the result in his life would be
judgment (Matt. 11:25-30).
• The sincere listener, with a desire to know God's truth, would ponder the
parable, confess his ignorance, submit to the Lord, and then begin to
understand the spiritual lesson Jesus wanted to teach.
Jesus placed a great deal of importance on the hearing of the Word of God.
In one form or another, the word hear is used thirteen times in Mark 4:1-34.
Obviously, our Lord was speaking, not about physical hearing, but about
hearing with spiritual discernment.
To "hear" the Word of God means to understand it and obey it (see James 1:22-
25).
Our Lord gave several parables to help the people (and that included His
disciples) understand the nature of His kingdom.
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21. The answer lies in the nature of God and in His patient dealings with the nation of
Israel.
God the Father sent John the Baptist to prepare the nation for the coming of their
Messiah.
Many of the common people responded to John's call and repented (Matthew
21:32), but the religious leaders permitted John to be arrested and eventually
killed.
God the Son came as promised and called the nation to trust Him, but those
same religious leaders asked for Jesus to be killed.
• On the cross, our Lord prayed, "Father, forgive them, for they know not
what they do" (Luke 23:34).
The Holy Spirit came at Pentecost and demonstrated God's power in many
convicting ways.
How did those same religious leaders respond?
By arresting the Apostles, ordering them to keep silent, and then killing Stephen
themselves!
Stephen told them what their sin was: "Ye do always resist the Holy Ghost" (Acts
7:51).
They had sinned against the Father and the Son, but had been graciously
forgiven.
• When they sinned against the Holy Spirit, they had reached "the end of the
line" and there could be no more forgiveness.
When the Spirit of God convicts the sinner and reveals the Saviour, the sinner
may resist the Spirit and reject the witness of the Word of God, but that does not
mean he has forfeited all his opportunities to be saved.
If he will repent and believe, God can still forgive him.
Even if the sinner so hardens his heart that he seems to be insensitive to the
pleadings of God, so long as there is life, there is hope.
Only God knows if and when any "deadline" has been crossed.
You and I must never despair of any sinner (1 Timothy 2:4; 2 Peter 3:9).
22. 2 Peter 3:9 NKJV
9 The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is
longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should
come to repentance.
Jesus declared, All the sins and blasphemies (derogatory words vs. God) of men
are open to God's gracious forgiveness (1:4) with one exception - blasphemies
against the Holy Spirit.
In light of the context this refers to an attitude (not an isolated act or utterance)
of defiant hostility toward God that rejects His saving power toward man,
expressed in the Spirit-empowered person and work of Jesus.
It is one's preference for darkness even though he has been exposed to light
(John 3:19).
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Such a persistent attitude of willful unbelief can harden into a condition in which
repentance and forgiveness, both mediated by God's Spirit, become impossible.
This person is guilty (enochos, "liable to, in the grasp") of an eternal sin (the
ultimate sin because it remains forever unforgiven; Matthew 12:32).
Judas Iscariot (cf. Mark 3:29; 14:43-46) proved the reality of these words.
These scribes were close to calling the Holy Spirit "Satan."
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23. Rejecting God's witness concerning His Son is not a misfortune to be pitied, or
overlooked in the name of tolerance.
It is a heinous, damning sin and an affront to God's holy nature.
Those guilty of it must not be patronized, comforted, or reassured, but confronted
and called to repentance.
This is no trivial issue; the integrity of God is at stake.
John closed this section by setting out the eternal results of the only two possible
responses to God's witness to Jesus Christ:
He who has the Son has the life; he who does not have the Son of
God does not have the life.
Here again the exclusivity of the Gospel is evident, only those who believe the
Father's witness to the Son and acknowledge Jesus as Lord and Savior have
eternal life; all who refuse to do so do not have the Son, and so do not have
eternal life.
The glorious promise to those who believe God's testimony is that “as many as
received Jesus, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to
those who believe in His name” (John 1:12).
1 John 5:13 NKJV
13 These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God,
that you may know (not hope, but will know beyond the shadow of a doubt)
that you have eternal life, and that you may continue to believe in the name of
the Son of God.
But the sobering warning to those who reject it is, “How will you escape if you
neglect so great a salvation?” (Hebrews 2:3).
THE PURPOSE OF GOD'S TESTIMONY
1 John 5:11 NASB
And the testimony is this, that God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His
Son.
The purpose of God's testimony through the water, the blood, and the Spirit is
that sinners might receive eternal life.
• Eternal life involves far more than merely living forever in a chronological
sense.
24. The essence of eternal life is the believer's participation in the blessed
everlasting life of Christ (John 1:4) through his or her union with Him (Rom 5:21;
6:4, 11, 23; 1 Cor 15:22; 2 Cor 5:17; Gal 2:20; Col 3:3-4; 2 Tim 1:1, 10; Jude 21).
Jesus defined it in His High Priestly Prayer to the Father: “This is eternal life, that
they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ Whom You have sent”
(John 17:3).
It is the life of the age to come (Ephesians 2:6-7), which believers will most fully
experience in the perfect, unending glory, holiness, and joy of Heaven (Rom
8:19-23, 29; 1 Cor 5:49; Phil 3:20-21; 1 John 3:2).
The eternal life promised by God in the Old Testament (2 Sam 12:23; Ps 16:8-10;
133:3; Dan 12:2) and sought by the Jews of Jesus' day (Luke 10:25; John 5:39)
comes only to those who believe God's testimony and place their faith in His
Son.
The Gospel is exclusive; there are not many ways to God, but only One.
In John 14:6 Jesus declared, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one
comes to the Father but through Me.”
“And there is salvation in no one else,” Peter added, “for there is no other name
under Heaven that has been given among men by which we must be saved”
(Acts 4:12; cf. John 6:68; 17:2; Rom 6:23; 1 Tim 1:16; Jude 21).
1 John 5:12 NASB
He who has the Son has the life; he who does not have the Son of God does not
have the life.
Christian Certainties (1 John 5:13-21)
Life in this fallen world is filled with uncertainty, with few guarantees and little that
can be depended on.
“Man, who is born of woman,” Job lamented, “is short-lived and full of turmoil”
(Job 14:1), being “born for trouble, as sparks fly upward” (Job 5:7).
Illness, an accident, violence, or old age catches up with everyone in the end,
because all people “are just a vapor that appears for a little while and then
vanishes away” (James 4:14; cf. Ps 39:5; 90:10).
In the meantime, life's journey is fraught with doubts, questions, and
uncertainties.
25. Jobs vanish as companies downsize and outsource.
The volatility of the stock market, the fluctuations of the economy, and
increasing taxes create further uncertainty.
Relationships come and go, with people's faithfulness often lasting only as long
as their felt needs are being met—or until they find someone more attractive.
The uncertainty of relationships has made prenuptial agreements
commonplace, as people attempt to protect themselves against being
exploited by their erstwhile partners.
On a larger scale, natural disasters, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes,
fires, and floods, can sweep away in an instant the accumulated treasures of a
lifetime.
Uncertainty over what the future holds drives people to spend a significant
percentage of their income on insurance, as they attempt to safeguard against
all of the potential negative contingencies.
Car insurance provides a measure of security in the event of an accident.
Uncertainty about fire, theft, and natural disasters leads people to buy coverage
to protect their homes.
Health insurance helps guard against financial ruin in case of serious illness; life
insurance provides money should the breadwinner in a family die.
But the most profound uncertainty with the most disastrous results exists not in the
material realm, but in the spiritual and eternal realm.
Because they reject the gospel and are without God, people are also without
hope (Eph 2:12), or protection from divine wrath and eternal hell.
Most people put their hope in false religions or personal ideologies to get them
into a happy eternal state.
And it is popularly believed that all religions lead to heaven and most people
are good, thus they are headed there.
What is not popular is the reality that only the Bible is the true Word of God, the
gospel the only way to heaven, and all who do not believe it go to hell forever.
26. The Bible reveals the truth about how the universe began, and how it will end;
about why people behave the way they do; about what is right and what is
wrong; about heaven and hell, and how people get to those places; about what
makes for good human relationships; about God's promises; and, most
significant, about the Lord Jesus Christ, including His virgin birth, sinless life,
unparalleled teaching, substitutionary death, literal resurrection, bodily
ascension, and second coming.
Scripture is filled with absolute certainties, including the reality that sin has
consequences (Num 32:23); that the Bible is true (Ps 19:7; 111:7; Luke 1:4; 2 Peter
1:19); that righteousness brings a reward (Prov 11:18); that God alone is God
(Deut 4:39; Isa 43:10; 45:6), can do all things (Job 42:2), will not act wickedly
(Job 34:12), judges according to truth (Rev 16:7; 19:2; cf. Ps 119:75), is faithful
(Deut 7:9), punishes sin (Rom 2:2), created everything (Isa 48:13)—including
humans (Ps 100:3), and is good and merciful (Ps 23:6); that Jesus Christ bore our
griefs and sorrows (Isa 53:4), is the Messiah, the Holy One of God (John 6:69; cf.
Matt 14:33; Acts 2:36), knows all things (John 16:30; 21:17), was sent by the Father
(John 17:8;25; 16:27, 30), has authority to forgive sins (Matt 9:6), will not reject
those who come to Him (John 6:37), knows those who are His (John 10:14; cf. 2
Tim 2:19), has entered into God's presence on believers' behalf (Heb 6:19-20),
and will return (Rev 22:20); that God's promise of salvation is guaranteed (Rom
4:16); that there will be a resurrection (Job 19:25-27); that God causes all things
to work together for good for those who love Him (Rom 8:28); that sinners do not
inherit the kingdom of God (Eph 5:5); that the Day of the Lord will come (1 Thess
5:2); and that God will help and support His people (Isa 41:10; 2 Tim 1:12).
John wrote this epistle to provide his readers with certainty about all that God
has revealed concerning salvation.
• The formal argument of the letter ended in 5:12, and verses 13-21 are its
postscript.
John's concluding remarks are not a collection of random thoughts, however,
but form a powerful climax to all he has written.
• Throughout the letter, John has recycled tests to identify who is a true
Christian.
Those tests serve a polemic purpose; they expose the phony believers and the
false teachers—the deceiving antichrists.
But they also serve a pastoral purpose, giving increasingly stronger confidence
and assurance to the genuine believers.
27. As the epistle builds to a great, if familiar, crescendo, John focuses on five things
that genuine Christians can be certain of:
1) eternal life,
2) answered prayer,
3) victory over sin,
4) that they belong to God, and
5) Christ's deity.
The final result, and the closing note of the letter, is assurance.
You know things with a knowledge that is unshakable, which nobody can
shatter, and no rational arguments will disturb.
What a declaration this is, in an age when everybody is telling us that you
cannot know anything for sure, that nobody knows anything for certain.
John says that we do.
We know.
We have been given an understanding.
You have a continually growing certainty that underlies your life.
As we read in John's closing note:
1 John 5:21
21 Little children, keep yourselves from idols.
Here is his final word and it is such an important one.
One that I think ought to ring in our ears every day:
Why?
Well, because the first and great commandment is, Matthew 22:37: "You shall
love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all
your mind."
That is the chief end of man.
And idolatry is loving something else as God.
What is an idol?
28. It is a substitute god.
Your God is what you get excited about.
What you save your money for.
What you spend it on.
That is your God.
What is important to you, that is your God.
Little children---you who have found the true God---keep yourselves from these
secondary idols, these substitute gods that demand your attention.
Give yourself, alone, to the One Who can fulfill in you all your heart's desires.
It is a great command, isn't it?
The command that will lead us safely through all the difficulties along our path.
There are many idols that loom before us each day---the god of pleasure, the
god of selfishness, the god - Narcissus - who makes us love ourselves, admire
ourselves, look to ourselves; the god of love, - Venus - how we follow her and
exalt her when we should not; the god, Bacchus, who makes us revel in pleasure
as if that were the chief end in life, as if fun were the reason for living.
We should ask the Lord to deliver us from these gods, these false gods that will
rob us of our faith, of our love for humanity.
We should ask Him to make us fall more truly in love with the Lord Jesus Who
alone is the only true God, Who has come to give us an understanding of
ourselves and the world around us, and has come to teach us righteousness and
how to love with a heart that is self-giving instead of self-serving.
We are exposed to the same dangers that they were in the first century and so
desperately need God’s power.
29. The Plan of Hope & Salvation
John 3:16 NKJV
16 “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever
believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.”
John 14:6 NKJV
6 Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the
Father except through Me.”
Romans 3:23 NKJV
23 for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,
Romans 6:23a NKJV
23a For the wages of sin is death,
Death in this life (the first death) is 100%.
Even Jesus, the only one who doesn’t deserve death, died in this life to
pay the penalty for our sins.
The death referred to in Romans 6:23a is the second death explained in
Revelation 21:8.
Revelation 21:8 NKJV
8 “But the cowardly, unbelieving, abominable, murderers, sexually immoral,
sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars shall have their part in the lake which burns with
fire and brimstone, which is the second death.”
Romans 5:8 NKJV
8 But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners,
Christ died for us.
Romans 6:23b NKJV
23b but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Revelation 21:7 NKJV
7 “He who overcomes shall inherit all things, and I will be his God and he shall be
My son.”
Romans 10:9-10 explains to us how to accept Jesus as our Savior.
30. Romans 10:9-10 NKJV
9 that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that
God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For with the heart one
believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto
salvation.
Romans 10:13 NKJV
13 For “whoever calls on the name of the LORD shall be saved.”
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