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 #28
There are only two states you can have - alive and dead - we are born again (1Co 15:22, 2Co 5:17, Tit 3:5). We were transfered out of darkness (Col 1:13). We cause grief to the Spirit of God when we sin (Eph 4:30, Eph 4:25). Believer must decide to lay aside former conduct. Out of a desire to please we often lie. To other members of the body we need to speak the truth (Eph 4:25). We can walk in the darkness or the light (1Jn 1:3-10). Anger, even righteous indignation, should be cut short. Stealing needs to turn to giving. Forgiveness is the cure for bitterness. These thing grieve the Spirit.
Scripture References: Ephesians 4:30, Colossians 1:13, Titus 3:5, John 1:3-10, Ephesians 4:25, Ephesians 4:25
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.