“You must not do, you must not even try to do, the will of the Father unless you are prepared to know the doctrine.” - C. S. Lewis

Hello Kitchen Table Theology Family! Today we are continuing our study of understanding who we are in Christ.  

[01:37] Regeneration  

• Bishop John Taylor Smith and Evangelist George Whitefield on the importance of regeneration (in Christ’s words “You must be born again.”)
• Regeneration is the work of God that gives new life to anyone who believes in Jesus as Lord and Saviour.
• The indwelling work of the Trinity in the life of the new believer (John 14:23). 

[12:31] New Creatures as a Result of Regeneration  

• Regeneration is the foundation upon which our total salvation is built. 
• How Regeneration plays itself out in our lives by bearing the fruit of our salvation. 

[16:01] What Difference Does Regeneration Make for Our Lives?    

• No longer living in habitual sin (1 John 3:9) 
• Christ-like love for others
• Beginning to live a victorious life and overcome the pressures and temptations of the world
• Even though we are not untouched by Satan, We are protected from Satan as Jesus continues to be our intercessory prayer warrior (Luke 22:31-34).

[23:24] Closing Segment         

• Recovering and reviving the doctrine of Regeneration
• Final words and announcements from Pastor Jeff and Jen 

Tweetable Quotes:

“Regeneration is the act of being made born again, or born from above, through the work of the Holy Spirit.” — Pastor Jeff Cranston

“Regeneration is the foundation upon which our total salvation is built. Without new life in Christ, there is no possibility of receiving the other aspects of salvation.” — Pastor Jeff Cranston

Bible Verses Mentioned: 

• Titus 3:5
• John 3:3
• John 3:7
• Matt 19:28
• John 14:23
• Romans 8:11
• 1 John 3:9
• Ephesians 4: 24
• 1 John 5:3-4
•  Luke 22:31-34

Resources Mentioned/ Footnotes:

• John Taylor Smith 
• George Whitefield

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