Reasons To Rejoice Luke 10:17-20
Because We Have Been Made New In Christ A new creation (2 Cor. 5:17) Being born again (Jn. 3:3, 5, 7) From death to life (Eph. 2:1)
Because Our Sins Are Forgiven We deserve condemnation (Rom. 3:23; 6:23) Yet, we receive forgiveness (Eph. 1:7) Great joy over salvation (Acts 8:39)
Because We Have Hope A hope not yet realized (Rom. 8:24) A living hope (1 Peter 1:3) Assurance for our hope (1 Cor. 6:14)
Because Of The Promise Of Eternal Life A solemn promise (Jn. 4:36; 1 Jn. 2:25) Given through Jesus (1 Jn. 5:11-12) An exclusive opportunity (Matt. 25:46; Rom. 2:7)