Written by Sarah Wootten Last week, we looked at an interesting verse in 1 John. It says, “But the anointing that you received from Him abides in you, and you have no need that anyone should teach you. But as His anointing teaches you about everything, and is true, and is no lie—just as it … Continue reading The Teaching of the Spirit (1 John, Part 18)
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The Promise of Life Everlasting (1 John, Part 16)
By Sarah Wootten “Let what you heard from the beginning abide in you. If what you heard from the beginning abides in you, then you too will abide in the Son and in the Father. And this is the promise that he made to us—eternal life,” (1 John 2:24-25, ESV). The Greek word for “abide” … Continue reading The Promise of Life Everlasting (1 John, Part 16)
1 John 2:18-24 (1 John, Part 15)
By Cody Anderson Pray and ask for a fresh, unbiased mind as you read 1 John 2:18-24. Don’t bring any of your preconceived notions about words in the text. Let the words say what they say. Humble yourself to heed the words. In verse 18, we come across three terms that we need to make … Continue reading 1 John 2:18-24 (1 John, Part 15)
1 John 2:15-17 (1 John, Part 14)
By Cody Anderson Read 1 John 2:15-17. Let me start by saying that if you are having doubts about your salvation, this passage provides a good test. Paul says in Philippians 2:12 that we are to work out our salvation with fear and trembling. Then he goes on to give some tests of your … Continue reading 1 John 2:15-17 (1 John, Part 14)
A Particular Love That Encourages the Soul (1 John, Part 12)
By Joey Carroll Last week, we considered the difference between man’s love and God’s love. Man’s love is almost always a “because of” love, and God’s love is always an “in spite of” love. God’s love is selfless and serving that genuinely seeks the good of the one loved. As we continue in 1 John, … Continue reading A Particular Love That Encourages the Soul (1 John, Part 12)
How Do You Define Love? (1 John, Part 11)
By Joey Carroll Before continuing, let me invite you to read 1 John 2:7-11. It teaches how saving faith and genuine love are inseparable. For the Christian, love is the defining characteristic that distinguishes them as followers of the Lord Jesus. We are saved by His love, and we are called to love with that … Continue reading How Do You Define Love? (1 John, Part 11)
Have You Started Walking Yet? (1 John, Part 10)
By Joey Carroll A meme popped up on my social media feed the other day that hurt my feelings a little bit, even though I laughed. It was a picture of Kermit the Frog with a disappointed look on his face as he gazed out of a window. And the caption above him read, “This … Continue reading Have You Started Walking Yet? (1 John, Part 10)
That You May Not Sin (1 John, Part 9)
By Sarah Wootten If you looked through my wardrobe, it’s likely that you would make some wrong assumptions about me. For instance, I have an Auburn sweatshirt. If you saw me at the grocery store and greeted me with a loud “War Eagle,” I would probably stare at you in utter confusion. Why would you … Continue reading That You May Not Sin (1 John, Part 9)
Our Righteous Advocate and Propitiation (1 John, Part 8)
By Sarah Wootten “My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. [And] if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous. He is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole … Continue reading Our Righteous Advocate and Propitiation (1 John, Part 8)
“If You Confess Your Sin…” (1 John, Part 7)
By Joey Carroll Last week, we talked about the first characteristic of God that John, the apostle, wants us to understand in his letter to the church. “God is Light,” (1 John 1:5). We saw how that is a reference to the holiness of God. Certainly God is altogether without sin. If God could be … Continue reading “If You Confess Your Sin…” (1 John, Part 7)
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