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 - October 26, 2003
Psalm 19 - Three Dominions of God
Three dominions of God: (1) Universe - by virtue of the creation, having the effect of order, (2) Scripture - by virtue of the revelation, having the effect of wisdom and (3) Soul - by virtue of redemption, and displayed by love and mercy. Creation tends to make us feel insignificant (Psa 19:1-6). Creation has a message; its vastness is awesome, but He has "ordained praise" in the smallest, weakest member of the human race (Psa 8:1-9). The creation message is an invitation (Rom 1:18-20, Ecc 3:11, Rom 10:14-18). Creation illustrates redemption (Psa 19:4, Mal 4:2). The sun illustrates the coming of the Bridegroom (Psa 19:4-6). The morning star precedes the sun (2Pe 1:19, Rev 22:16) an illustrates the darkness or judgment before dawn (when Christ returns). The sun, moon and stars are a portrayal of redemption (Rev 12:1-5, Dan 12:3). Revelation, however, takes us further than creation ever could (Psa 19:7-11). "convert" means turning away from idols and back to God (Psa 19:7, 1Th 1:9-10). Spiritual growth is in view: "...making wise the simple". With spiritual growth comes the fruit of the spirit (Psa 19:8). The rewards of growth are not found in external blessings, but inner peace, joy and contentment. The path we are following leads us to Glory (Psa 19:9). Being filled with God's word is paramount (Psa 19:10-11, Jer 15:16, Job 23:12) - warning and reward in this life and after (Mat 6:4-6, Rev 22:12). Spirituality demands confession and correction (Psa 19:12-14, 1Jo 1:9, 1Jo 1:7). Spirituality results in sanctification in ministry and service (2Ti 3:16-17).
Scripture References: Psalms 19:10-11, Romans 1:18-20, John 1:9, Revelation 22:16, Psalms 19:9, Psalms 8:1-9, Psalms 19:12-14, Psalms 19:4-6, Psalms 19:8, Psalms 19:1-6, Revelation 22:12, Malachi 4:2, Psalms 19:7, Matthew 6:4-6, Psalms 19:4, Psalms 19:7-11, Job 23:12, Romans 10:14-18, Daniel 12:3, Jeremiah 15:16, Ecclesiastes 3:11, John 1:7, Revelation 12:1-5
From Series: "Psalms - 2001"
No Summary for this series yet.