John’s primary PURPOSE is that believers will enter and maintain fellowship with God, with the RESULT of inner joy.“That which we have seen and heard we declare to you, that you also may have fellowship with us; and truly our fellowship is with the Father and with His Son Jesus Christ. And these things we write to you that our joy may be full … These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God that you may know that you have eternal life, and that you may [continue to] believe in the name of the Son of God.” 1Jo 1:3-4; 1Jo 5:13 (emphasis added)
This compilation of notes represents the truths found in the Epistle of First John.
Gene Cunningham - May 23, 2000
Living Sacrifice 07
Believer in Christ is illustrated by Noah and his family in the Ark (1Pe 3:20). Positional truth (Rom 5:1-2, Rom 6:5) is based on a finished work (Joh 19:30) "having been justified". 4 points on the cross: (Left) "Past" redemption; (Top) Propitiation -- God is statisfied; (Right) "Future" Reconciliation (Rom 5:6-8); (Bottom) Believer -- Justified (Rom 5:12). "we have peace" This possession, our "peace with God" relates to our standing (Eph 1:6, Rom 8:1). "because of our Lord Jesus Christ". The greatest gift the King can give is being in presence (Heb 10:10-14), "by Him we have access by faith into this Grace wherein we stand" (Eph 2:18, Eph 3:12, Heb 4:4, Heb 4:16).
Scripture References: John 19:30, Ephesians 2:18, Romans 6:5, Hebrews 10:10-14, Romans 5:1-2, Romans 8:1, Ephesians 1:6, Hebrews 4:16, Romans 5:12, Hebrews 4:4, Romans 5:6-8, Ephesians 3:12
From Series: "Living Sacrifice (1995)"
Romans 12 and specifically Rom 12:1-2 is a pivot point between the doctrinal section and application of the book. This series methodically uses this passage to outline aspects or doctrines of the christian life -- God's provision and our prospect. Our lives can be acceptable to God if we progress on the path He intends. Living Sacrifice presents 12 doctrines: (1) redeeming time; (2) standing (positional truth); (3) self-presentation - availability; (4) approval; (5) service; (6) provision; (7) spiritual warfare; (8) conformity; (9) spiritual advance; (10) renewal; (11) divine guidance; (12) abundant life.