In this episode, we tackle the challenge of false teachings confronted in 1 John. Discover how early Gnostic views, which wrongly separated Jesus' humanity from His divinity, are addressed in the text. We’ll explore the significance of the “three witnesses” — the water of Jesus' baptism, the blood of His crucifixion, and the Spirit of Truth. Each element plays a crucial role in affirming Jesus' true nature as both God and man, and together they validate His role as Messiah and Son of God. Join us as we unpack these foundational truths and their importance for our christian assurance.

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In this episode, we delve into the powerful message of victory in 1 John 5:4-5. We explore how the term "nikē"—meaning to overcome or have victory—appears prominently in these verses. Discover the purpose of victory: to joyfully obey God's commandments, reflecting on how victory means being freed from the influence of self, Satan, and the world. We’ll discuss the power of victory and how God has subdued and enemy that we could never subdue ourselves. And then finally, we'll discover the provision of this victory—faith in Jesus Christ.

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In today's episode, we explore the transformative concept of being "born again" as described in the New Testament. We dive into the core aspects of salvation—new life, new family, and the evidence of being born of God. We'll discuss the doctrinal test of who we believe, emphasizing that ongoing faith in Jesus as the Messiah is indicates whether or not we are saved. We'll also examine the social test, which reveals that our love for God and others are intertwined. Finally, we'll look at the moral test, highlighting how our love for God is shown through obedience to His commandments and how these should be a joy rather than a burden. Join us as we unpack these tests of christian assurance.

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Join us as we explore two distinct types of love:

Firstly, we examine "Lying Love," where there is a profession of love for God but a lack of practice in loving others (1 John 2:9, 11). We'll discuss the challenge of merely speaking words without genuine action, and the implications this has on our understanding of salvation and authenticity.

Secondly, we delve into "Loving Love," where the love for God is evidenced and validated by a sincere love for others (1 John 4:20). We'll unpack Jesus' commandment to love one another, highlighting the inseparable link between loving God and loving our neighbors.

Throughout the episode, we'll reflect on biblical examples that illustrate these concepts, aiming to deepen our understanding of what it means to live our faith through loving God and others.

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Join us as we examine why our motivations are crucial—like putting the cart before the horse or expecting produce without planting seeds, what moves us forward sets the stage for what follows.

In this episode, we delve into the nuances of genuine love versus love motivated by self-gain, self-fame, and self-pleasure. We draw insights from Scripture, particularly how God's love precedes and inspires our love for others.

Through discussions grounded in passages like Romans 8:32-39, we discover the depth and nature of God's love and how it transforms our relationships. We'll also reflect on timeless hymns like "It’s Just Like His Great Love," celebrating the steadfastness of Jesus' love that forgives and restores.

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Explore the transformative power of confidence and mature love in our latest podcast episode. Delve into how we, as believers, stand before God as Christ does, not in our own perfection but in His righteousness. Discover why mature love casts out fear of judgment, drawing on profound insights from Scripture. Join us as we uncover how our view of God shapes our response to Him and deepens our understanding of grace. Don't miss this enlightening discussion on Walk Talks.

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Welcome to our podcast episode today, where we explore how we can know that we truly know God, based on the insights from 1 John. This knowledge isn't just theoretical; it's experiential and transformative:

Firstly, we learn about reciprocal abiding—how we abide in God and He in us, grounded in scriptures like 1 John 2:24 and 4:13.

Secondly, we discover the cause and effect of this relationship: having the Spirit within us enables us to confess Jesus as God (1 John 5:13-15), emphasizing the trinitarian nature of our faith.

Lastly, we explore the profound effect of abiding in God's love, which demonstrates our connection to Him and His presence in us.

Join us as we unpack these foundational truths from 1 John, revealing how our relationship with God is validated through the Spirit, confession of Jesus, and love for others.

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Welcome to today’s episode where we dive into the essence of divine love from the letter of 1 John, chapter 4, verse 12. In this passage, we explore three profound aspects of God’s love:

Firstly, we discuss the invisible nature of God and what it means for Him to dwell within us, referencing key scriptures like Exodus 33:20 and John 1:18.

Secondly, we uncover the transformative power of God’s love when we choose to demonstrate it to others. The verse challenges us to become vessels of God’s perfect love, even though we are flawed.

Lastly, we delve into the concept that God’s indwelling in us precedes our capacity to love others. Our love is not the means to invite God in; rather, it flows naturally from His presence within us.

Join us as we unpack these timeless truths about love and discover how God’s Spirit enables us to fulfill His purpose of love in the world.

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In this episode, we dive into 1 John 4:11 and explore how God's immense love compels us to love others in return. Building on our previous discussion, we emphasize that understanding God's love transforms our actions and motivations. With insights from powerful illustrations and quotes, we reflect on the self-sacrificial nature of love and how it drives us to serve and forgive. Join us as we discover the profound impact of knowing God's love and its call to live selflessly.

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In this episode, we explore 1 John 4:9-10, emphasizing that God is the ultimate source of love and calls us to love others. We discuss how God sent His one-of-a-kind Son, Jesus Christ, on a mission to save us, reflecting on His unique purpose and the profound impact of His sacrificial love. Join us as we uncover the transformative power of experiencing God's love and its implications for our lives.

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