REMAIN IN CHRIST AND HIS BASIC MESSAGE EXPOSITION OF THEME: REMAIN IN CHRIST AND HIS BASIC MESSAGE 1 JOHN 2:24-25

THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25) Sermon Outline Main text Background Remain in Christ Christ’s basic message Theme 2018: significance to the believer Conclusion Thursday, November 15, 2018 THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25)

THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST AND HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25) Main text 1 JOHN 2:24-25 24 Let what you heard from the beginning abide in you. If what you heard from the beginning abides in you, then you too will abide in the Son and in the Father. 25 And this is the promise that he made to us—eternal life Thursday, November 15, 2018 THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST AND HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25)

THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25) Background In Ephesus Aps. Paul spoke to both Jews and Greeks till all who lived in the province of Asia heard the word of God. (Acts 19:10) God did extraordinary miracles through Paul (e.g. Handkerchiefs and aprons) Demetrius’ was not pleased because his business (making silver shrines of Artemis ) was not thriving. . John Aps. John’s attention was drawn to false teachings, that has crept in and swaying many off their faith in God. (1 John 2:26) At the time believers suffered many persecutions and he wrote to assure them of the Lord’s salvation. Thursday, November 15, 2018 THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25)

THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25) The word remain is from the Greek word “meno” which means to abide, dwell, stay, let. To remain in Christ means to stay connected or continuously dwell in Christ and His teachings. Believe in Jesus Be Holy Spirit conscious Understand the word of God How can one remain in Christ? Thursday, November 15, 2018 THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25)

THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25) Believe in Jesus You need to accept Jesus into your life. He is the anchor that will keep you steadfast. Salvation is found in no one else! “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.” When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and they took note that these men had been with Jesus. Acts 4:13 Thursday, November 15, 2018 THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25)

THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25) Be Holy Spirit conscious Remember God dwells in you. Don’t try to forget that! The Holy Spirit in our lives guides, teaches and rebukes us. Praying always “And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord's people” Ephesians 6:18 Thursday, November 15, 2018 THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25)

THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25) Understand the word of God The word of God is like a seed. When you hear without understanding the evil one can come and snatch it (Mathew 13:19). Seek to know the basis of your faith from the Bible. “Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, for many false prophets have gone out into the world” 1John 4:1 Thursday, November 15, 2018 THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25)

THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25) Significance to the believer Empowered - by the Holy Spirit to bear fruits of the Spirit Encounter - God through the word for daily living Example – Demonstrate the life of Christ Encourage - Continuously encourage one another in faith Evangelize – Share and remind one another about Christ’s return Thursday, November 15, 2018 THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25)

THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25) Conclusion Remaining in Christ means: connecting to Him holding on to God’s word and promise through faith desiring to know and mature as you grow in faith becoming grounded in the word of God and identifying false doctrines. trusting God when going through though moments. Thursday, November 15, 2018 THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST & HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25)

THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST AND HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25) End of slide GOD BLESS YOU AMEN ! Thursday, November 15, 2018 THEME 2018: REMAIN IN CHRIST AND HIS BASIC MESSAGE (1 JOHN 2:24-25)