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 - March 12, 2013
Secure In Christ #4
Work of the Spirit at salvation. Peter failed several times but Jesus restored him (Joh 13:37-38, Joh 14:1). Five things Spirit did for us at salvation:
- Baptism of the Holy Spirit (1Co 12:13) unites us and identifies us with Jesus Christ.
- Baptism provides Regeneration -- We have been cleansed (Tit 3:4, Eph 5:26, Col 2:13).
- Spirit dwells in us (Rom 8:9-11, Joh 14:15-18).
- Gives a Spiritual Gift which is a manifestation of the Spirit (1Co 12:4-7, 1Pe 4:10-11).
- We are sealed unto the Day of Redemption (Eph 1:13-14, Eph 4:30).
The Spirit continues to work in us after salvation. If we are a new creature (2Co 5:17) we were created to change our world.
Scripture References: Ephesians 1:13-14, John 13:37-38, John 14:15-18, Romans 8:9-11, Colossians 2:13, Ephesians 5:26, Titus 3:4, Ephesians 4:30, John 14:1
From Series: "Secure in Christ - Canberra 2013"
Given 23-24 Feb 2013 in Canberra Australia Gene taught ?Secure in Christ- the key to spiritual growth and personal victory.?