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Apr 25, 2010

The Great Divide

Passage: 1 John 3:6-10

Preacher: Tim Badal

Series:Living in the Light

Summary:

The Great Divide 1 John 3:6-10 John speaks of the divide that splits people up into two groups: > The children of the Devil > The children who have been delivered To understand this passage we must ask two important questions: Question #1: Why are we so easily deceived about who is in which group? This deception comes as a result of: > superficial Christianity > secret ambitions > sporadic and shallow fellowship Question #2: What is the evidence that determines one's standing? John gives evidence for both groups: > Practicing rebellion show one's allegiance to Satan. > Practicing righteousness shows our allegiance to the Savior. Our action plan: Get real about your faith! Remain faithful to Christ...no matter how hard it is! Remember the fight is already won!

Detail:

The Great Divide

1 John 3:6-10

John speaks of the divide that splits people up into two groups:

   >  The children of the Devil

   >  The children who have been delivered

To understand this passage we must ask two important questions:

   Question #1: Why are we so easily deceived about who is in which group?

      This deception comes as a result of:

        >  superficial Christianity

        >  secret ambitions

        >  sporadic and shallow fellowship

   Question #2: What is the evidence that determines one's standing?

     John gives evidence for both groups:

        >  Practicing rebellion show one's allegiance to Satan.

        >  Practicing righteousness shows our allegiance to the Savior.

Our action plan:

  • Get real about your faith!
  • Remain faithful to Christ...no matter how hard it is!
  • Remember the fight is already won!