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 - June 9, 2003
Ephesians #16
We need to see Jesus Christ character in order to become like Him -- to "walk worthy of our calling" (Eph 4:1-2). Mat 11:25-29 you have to become a child to believe the truth -- totally depend upon Him. "Take my yoke" - school of learning - "for I am gentle and humble in heart". Mat 12:19 He didn't quarrel nor cry out. Eph 4:1-32 is a school intended to reflect Christ's character; Eph 4:2 illustrates. "lowly" means dependent; "gentleness" refers to power under control; "long-suffering" means to have a short fuse. Luk 1:46-55 Mary expresses this character while speaking of the coming Savior.
Scripture References: Luke 1:46-55, Ephesians 4:2, Ephesians 4:1-32, Matthew 12:19, Matthew 11:25-29, Ephesians 4:1-2
From Series: "Ephesians"
More than any book Ephesians reveals the blessings from God based on our relationship with Jesus Christ by grace through faith. Eph 1:3 is the a key verse. Other key verses by chapter include Eph 2:8 Eph 3:19 Eph 4:1 Eph 5:18 and Eph 6:10-11.