Door of Hope Southeast The Threefold Testimony of Jesus
Feb 25, 2025
Dive into intriguing theological themes from 1 John, focusing on Christ's mission through 'water' and 'blood.' Explore how embracing suffering can transform faith, highlighting personal stories of grief and the Holy Spirit's role. Discover the ARC Conference's initiatives to uphold Judeo-Christian ethics in today’s world and the message of unconditional love in Jesus' sacrifice. Reflect on the essence of evangelical identity, emphasizing relationship and mission, alongside personal journeys of hope found in suffering.
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Victory Over the Wicked One
- The world is under the influence of the wicked one, but Jesus has already overcome him.
- Christians live working from victory, not working toward it, because of Jesus's perfect life and victory within us.
Meaning Of Water In Testimony
- The "water" Jesus came by signifies his incarnation and identification with human brokenness.
- Baptism reflects Jesus entering human sinfulness, supported by the Spirit's descent at his baptism.
Blood Symbolizes The Cross
- The "blood" in the testimony points to Jesus's crucifixion and death on the cross.
- The gospel centers on the cross as the equilibrium between life and eternal death for believers.