This week, Pastor Dan closes out the book of 1 John by walking us through the entirety of chapter 5. As John brings his letter to a close, he reminds believers of the simplicity and sufficiency of life in Christ.

The early church had encountered a group claiming that the ordinary Christian life wasn’t enough—that true followers of Jesus needed to become more holy, more set apart, and somehow move beyond the simple faith they had received.

John brings them back to what is true: our confidence is not found in becoming something more , but in knowing and trusting Jesus. Through chapter 5, we’re reminded what it means to live with confidence, assurance, and faith in the Son of God.

Lent | Passion Sunday | Romans 8:31-39 - Dan Gillis

Turning Back to Jesus | John 13:1-30 - Nathan Harrison

Journey to the Cross | Matthew 16:21-28 - Pat Sczebel

Taking Jesus at His Word | John 4:46-53 - Nathan Harrison

Romans | The Crucified Love of God | Romans 8:28-30 - Dan Gillis

Romans | Present Suffering | Romans 8:18-27 - Nathan Harrison

Vision Sunday | John 15:4 - Dan Gillis

Romans | The Empowering Presence of Sin and Spirit | Romans 7:14-20 - Dan Gillis

Romans | No Longer Slaves | Romans 6:15-23 - Nathan Harrison