Assurance of Salvation

From the series: Unveiled: A Study in Revelation

Revelation 7 offers hope and assurance to God’s people, revealing that believers are sealed and secure in Christ. It highlights the faithfulness of God in redemption, calling us to worship boldly and serve joyfully, trusting in His promises amidst the trials of a fallen world.

From the series: Unveiled: A Study in Revelation

The church in Sardis was a wealthy and well protected ancient city that had many resources and creature comforts available to them. Because of this, the church there was lulled into complacency and simply followed God because it was convenient for them. They were living a facade that was more interested in comforts than being willing to serve and sacrifice for the sake of the Gospel.

From the series: Romans: More than Conquerors

Through Christ our future is made secure, and we can place our hope in that. God loved us so much that Jesus gave His life for us. This world will throw a lot of stuff at us, but nothing can ever separate us from the love of Jesus.

From the series: 1 John

Focuses on the conclusion of the book of 1 John, emphasizing the confidence believers should have in their relationship with Christ. It highlights the importance of living in God's will, engaging in a life of prayer, and embracing eternal life through a relationship with Jesus. Discusses understanding God's will, the significance of praying according to that will, and the impact of faith and love in a believer's life.

From the series: 1 John

We examine 1 John 5 and discover what it means when it talks about "water, blood and Spirit."

From the series: Greater

Focuses on Christian maturity and the balance required in faith. It discusses how believers should not be passive ("pushovers") nor overly aggressive ("bulldozers") in their spiritual lives. Emphasizes the importance of growing in faith, understanding God's word, and applying it in a balanced way in daily life. It encourages believers to develop maturity that leads to godly living, reflecting Christ's teachings both in personal conduct and in interactions with others.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Explores the theme of spiritual diligence in Christian life. It emphasizes the importance of active engagement in faith, avoiding extremes of mere ritual adherence and passive belief. It draws on 2 Peter 1, focusing on the need for moral excellence, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love. It underscores the balance between faith in God's grace and personal responsibility in cultivating a fruitful, balanced spiritual life.

From the series: FAQs

Emphasizes confidence in salvation through understanding the finished and ongoing work of Christ. It discusses the importance of a personal, relational faith over mere religious observance, stressing that true security in Christ comes from intimate, personal knowledge of Jesus and the transformation He brings into our lives.

From the series: FAQs

Addresses the most critical question of having an eternal relationship with God. It emphasizes understanding God's nature, recognizing human sinfulness, and accepting Jesus' sacrifice. Highlights that eternal life is not just about avoiding hell or gaining heaven but knowing God intimately. Using passages from Romans, it underscores the significance of God's grace and the need for faith in Jesus to secure eternal life with Him.

From the series: A New Generation

Emphasizes the importance of having a relationship with Jesus, understanding His love, and living out one's faith in the world. Highlights how believers are called to pursue Jesus, experience His life, and share His love with others.

From the series: A New Generation

Emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's commands as evidence of knowing Him. It highlights the relationship between loving God, walking in the light, and loving others. Believers are encouraged to reflect Christ's love by obeying His teachings and demonstrating genuine love for fellow believers, thereby living out their faith authentically.

God has given us eternal life, and that life is in his Son. A devotion on 1 John 5 and two verses that anchor our assurance of salvation.

Our next stop on the Roman Road is Romans 10:9-10 (NASB) "that if you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved; for with…

Jesus says his sheep will never perish and no one can snatch them from his hand. A devotion on John 10 and the security we have in Christ.