We do not need to reinvent ministry or chase the latest methods. We need to look carefully at the New Testament, see how Christ and His church lived out the mission, and faithfully follow those biblical patterns today. In this study, we will focus on the gospel itself, our responsibility to embrace the mission, how to share Christ clearly, and how to help others begin following Him. What did they do? Acts 2:37–41; Acts 4:29–31; Acts 17:2–4 proclaimed Christ explained the gosp

Intro Chapter 2 has shown us what it looks like to truly know Christ: obey Him, love His people, reject the world, and remain in the truth. John now carries that same theme into chapter 3. We are not only followers of Christ; we are children of God. Because we are God’s children, John shows us how our lives should reflect who we are as we wait for Christ to return. Stay Close to Christ — v. 28 “And now, little children, abide in him…” To abide means to remain, continue, and s

Be Devoted to Prayer – Colossians 4:2 Prayer should be a steady part of the lives of God’s people. Prayer expresses dependence on God. Prayer submits our desires to God’s will. Prayer keeps us watchful and thankful. We do not pray to convince God to be gracious. We pray because He already is. Pray for the Sick – James 5:13–16; 2 Corinthians 12:7–10 God invites His people to bring suffering and sickness before Him. Ask God to heal. Ask God to strengthen and sustain. Pray for f

I. Recognize the Hour: Antichrists Have Come (vv. 18-19). II. Recognize the Truth: Everything Hinges on Christ (vv. 20-23). III. Remember the Gospel: Hold Fast to What You Have Heard (vv. 24-25). IV. Abide in the Anointed One: The Spirit Keeps His People (vv. 26-27). V. Application: What Does This Mean for Us?

We do not need to reinvent ministry or chase the latest methods. We need to look carefully at the New Testament, see how Christ and His church lived out the mission, and faithfully follow those biblical patterns today. In this study, we will focus on the gospel itself, our responsibility to embrace the mission, how to share Christ clearly, and how to help others begin following Him. What did they do? Acts 2:37–41; Acts 4:29–31; Acts 17:2–4 proclaimed Christ explained the gosp

Intro John has just reminded believers: Our sins are forgiven. We know the Father. God’s Word abides in us. We have overcome the evil one. Now John moves from who we are to how we should live. He gives a direct command: “Do not love the world or the things in the world.” This is not simply about avoiding certain behaviors. The passage moves through two loves, two sources, and two outcomes. DO NOT LOVE THE WORLD — v. 15a “Do not love the world or the things in the world.” Love

I. The Command to Love (vv. 7-8) A. Known Command (v. 7) B. Renewed Command (v. 8) II. The Contrast in Obedience (vv. 9-11) A. The Hypocrite—The One Who Speaks (v. 9) B. The Obedient—The One Who Loves (v. 10) C. The Hateful—The One Who Stumbles (v. 11) III. The Changes from Growth (vv. 12-14) A. The Children—Spiritually Young (vv. 12, 13c) B. The Fathers—Spiritually Mature (vv. 13a, 14a) C. The Young Men—Spiritually Growi

We do not need to reinvent ministry or chase the latest methods. We need to look carefully at the New Testament, see how Christ and His church lived out the mission, and faithfully follow those biblical patterns today. In this study, we will focus on the gospel itself, our responsibility to embrace the mission, how to share Christ clearly, and how to help others begin following Him. What did they do? Acts 2:37–41; Acts 4:29–31; Acts 17:2–4 proclaimed Christ explained the gosp

INTRO Last week: Christ’s work for us. This week: Christ’s work in us. John gives us a test of genuine faith: obedience. Obedience does not save us; it gives evidence that we truly know Christ. The question is: How do I know that I know Him? Knowing Christ is evidenced by a life of obedience that deepens our love for Him and shapes us to walk like Him. To Know Jesus is to Obey Him — vv. 3–4 “By this we know… if we keep His commandments.” Knowing Christ is more than knowing ab

We do not need to reinvent ministry or chase the latest methods. We need to look carefully at the New Testament, see how Christ and His church lived out the mission, and faithfully follow those biblical patterns today. In this study, we will focus on the gospel itself, our responsibility to embrace the mission, how to share Christ clearly, and how to help others begin following Him. What did they do? Acts 2:37–41; Acts 4:29–31; Acts 17:2–4 proclaimed Christ explained the gosp

INTRO John continues his teaching about sin, confession, and cleansing from 1:8–10. Grace does not make us comfortable with sin. John calls us to pursue holiness while recognizing that believers still stumble. When we sin, our hope is found in who Jesus is and what Jesus has done. OUR PURSUIT OF HOLINESS — v. 1a “My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin…” We Are Called to Holiness John’s goal is clear: “that you may

We do not need to reinvent ministry or chase the latest methods. We need to look carefully at the New Testament, see how Christ and His church lived out the mission, and faithfully follow those biblical patterns today. In this 4-week study, we will focus on the gospel itself, our responsibility to embrace the mission, how to share Christ clearly, and how to help others begin following Him. What did they do? Acts 2:37–41; Acts 4:29–31; Acts 17:2–4 proclaimed Christ explained t

1 John 1:8-10 – Walking in the light means taking sin seriously, confessing it honestly, and refusing to be deceived by it. Introduction John has established that God is light and in Him is no darkness at all. Those who know God are called to walk in the light. We come to Christ acknowledging that we are sinners who need forgiveness. As believers, we continue to recognize and confess the sin in our lives. The Christian life is not pretending we have no sin; it is continually

Believers must guard against spiritual complacency by recognizing spiritual drift, responding to it quickly, and continually refocusing their hearts on Christ. Intro Last week in Mark 8:22–26, we saw Jesus restore the sight of a blind man. The miracle followed Jesus’ question to His disciples: “Having eyes do you not see?” (Mark 8:18). The disciples were following Jesus, but they were not always seeing and understanding clearly. Their struggle provides a springboard for consi

Introduction John moves from the Word of Life in vv. 1–4 to what life with Christ looks like. He begins with who God is before addressing how we should live. Our walk should give evidence that our profession is genuine. Walking in the light does not mean walking without sin… it means we no longer make peace with darkness. Words to Consider Light – God’s truth and holiness. Darkness – sin and falsehood opposed to God. Fellowship – shared life with God and His people. Walk – th

Introduction Jesus has just confronted spiritual blindness (8:11–21). He asks the disciples, “Having eyes do you not see?” (8:18). Mark immediately records the healing of a blind man. This is the only miracle in Mark where healing occurs in stages. The miracle prepares us for Peter’s confession that Jesus is the Christ (8:27–30). Sin leaves us spiritually blind, but the grace of Christ opens our eyes and enables us to see Him clearly. Blind and Unable to See – vv. 22-23a The

Jesus Christ, the eternal Word of Life, was revealed and proclaimed through His apostles so that all who believe may share fellowship with God and experience the fullness of His joy. Introduction See post 1 John Intro for a general intro remarks for the book. John immediately establishes the certainty of the truth about Jesus Christ. False teachers denied that the eternal Son had genuinely become human. John responds with the testimony of an eyewitness: “We heard Him. We saw

Jesus warns that unbelief can reject clear evidence, corrupt the heart, and cause us to forget what God has already revealed. Introduction Jesus has just fed four thousand people with seven loaves and a few fish (8:1–10). The Pharisees immediately confront Him and demand a sign from heaven. Their problem is not a lack of evidence but an unwillingness to believe. The disciples face a different danger: they have seen Jesus’ works but still fail to understand. Both encounters ex

1. Walk Together in a Manner Worthy of the Gospel (vv. 1-3). 2. Stand Together upon the Truth We Confess (vv. 4-6). 3. Serve Together with the Gifts Christ Has Given Us (vv. 7-12). 4. Grow Together into Maturity in Christ (vv. 13-16). 5. Application: Fix Your Eyes upon Christ.

Introduction Jesus remains in predominantly Gentile territory. The crowd has been with Him for three days and has nothing to eat. This is the second feeding miracle recorded in Mark. The disciples have already witnessed Jesus feed more than five thousand people. Jesus again reveals His compassion and divine power. The Compassion of Jesus – vv. 1–3 Jesus sees the condition of the crowd and is moved with compassion for them. The Crowd’s Need (v. 1) A great crowd has gathered. T