OUR MEETING WITH GOD
1 John - A Life Commentary
Purpose of 1 John
To cause us to keep growing in our relationship with our holy God and man.
1 John Introduction and Outline
1 John John's method of Detecting Error
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A. The Creation of God’s People (1 John 1:1-2:2)
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The entrance into His fellowship.
Entrance & Enlightenment
Our views on God’s purity (Light) significantly shape our salvation and sanctification.
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B. The Confirmation of God’s People (1 John 2:3-17)
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The evidence of our Christian fellowship.
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C. The Characteristics of God’s People (1 John 2:18-3:24)
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The definition of our Christian fellowship.
Critical Doctrines
God places a boundary around God’s people called truths or doctrines.
Growing in Confidence (1 John 2:28-3:10)
1 John 2:28 A. John’s Hope for a Christian
1 John 2:29-3:10 B. The Spheres of Life and Death
1 John 3:1-10 C. The Pathways to Death and Life
1 John 3:5,8 D. The Final Battle–When Life destroys Death
Bible Study Questions on 1 John 2:28-3:10
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D. The Charge to God’s People
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The authority of our fellowship
Facing a Tough World
We overcome by demonstrating true beliefs, good relationships and righteous behavior.
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Biblical Foundations for Freedom