What is the greatest thrill you have experienced? John assures believers they know the truth about Jesus. Today’s text (3 John) demonstrates how truth triumphs in life. John’s greatest thrill is to know the truth about Jesus and to live it out in daily life. Victorious lives experience success in three areas
Missionary James Fife reports on the ministry of the Hospital of Hope in Mango, Togo, West Africa. The “Merry Band of Fife” are also planting a church in rural Togo; and James will report on that work, too. Finally, James will share from the book of Hebrews about the true rest that is found in […]
The Bible compares Christianity to walking. Life in Christ is a delicate balance of important factors. First, these factors keep us morally and spiritually upright. Additionally, these factors keep us moving forward without harming ourselves or others. John’s second letter points out three major influences in our Christian walk. John says Jesus is our standard […]
John ends the letter to his beloved children in the faith with the reminder to never give up. He knows the challenges they face, the struggles they endure, and the hope they possess. He writes a three-paragraph conclusion encouraging his audience – and that includes you – to never give up, to not stop believing […]
The secret to victory is that Jesus never fails. John addresses the web of warriors we form as we do battle with the enemies of our faith. Are you part of the web of warriors?
John addresses real situations his audience faces. Many false prophets shared incorrect information about God. Others claimed to represent God. How can a person know God loves them? John says you can be sure God loves you. God not only demonstrates His love, He reveals the power of His love also. Have you experienced God’s […]
John dealt with a confused audience. Although they wanted to hear what God was saying, was God speaking through so many different messages? To whom should they listen? What makes a good speaker? What is an accurate message? Jesus is the message. John addresses the contrasting messages and voices to assure we hear the right message […]
John highlights the important message “God is light.” Now John emphasizes another familiar message about love. This message is life-changing and life-defining. Love is transformative. Love transforms emotions into motions. John provides his audience with an illustration, an explanation, and a commendation about love.
God’s children are identifiable. Strong family traits will give away the relationship if you know to look for them. The believer has the truth needed to stay faithful to Jesus Christ. Faithfulness also serves as a spiritual paternity test. Confidence and conduct identify every believer.
Memories can be deceitful. However, John’s lesson today is a basic reminder: Love God and love others. If you are going to live a meaningful life as a follower of Jesus, loving God and others is mandatory. John highlights three items to remember.