2nd & 3rd John – In the Fellowship of the King – 2012 Clearwater, FL
IN THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE KING
A Study in 2nd and 3rd John
In the epistles of John we see a common theme of a fellowship shared by believers and the Lord. This fellowship is forged in conflict, against dark and sinister forces, as faith is tested and refined. The touchstone of the fellowship is found in the truth, and that truth centers in the glorious person and work of the Lord Jesus Christ. To hold to this truth against all odds, all deception, and all temptation is to win a place among the ranks of those who value the fellowship of the King. It is an old story.
This compilation of notes represents the truths found in the Epistles of Second and Third John.
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Reasons for trials (1Th 3:11-13). Trials make clear the path of God(1Th 3:11). Trials faced in faith causes growth and produces fruit (1Th 3:12, Heb 11:34). Trails produce strength in spirit and soul -- "establish your hearts" (1Th 3:13). Trails sanctify the believer -- refine our life (1Pe 1:7, 2Co 12:7-9). Ruth and Boaz marriage illustrates sanctification (Rut 3:6-18, 1Th 4:3-4). Chapter 4 (1Th 4:1-12): the essence of sanctification processing is Word of God +faith + testing. The enemy of sanctification is lust, passion, self gratification. Luk 9:23 - if you want to find life we must deny self, take up the cross daily and follow Christ. The Spirit has five works ().
Conference notes for this series can be found [HERE]
From Series: "1st Thessalonians - The Word Working in You - Uniontown PA 2007"
The Word Working in You' is a study in 1st Thessalonians recorded at Uniontown PA on 19-20 October 2007. The primary focus of the Paul's epistles to the Thessalonians written A.D. 50-51 is Christian living in light of eternity which results in balance. The 'bookends' of 1Th 1:3 and 1Th 5:8 reveal the book's theme: the well-balanced Christian life. The book also teaches that God's Word works through faith. Interestingly this epistle is closely related in content to the Old Testament book of Ruth which provides a perfect biblical illustration of the practical truths of this book.