• The Child of God vs. The Child of the Devil (1 John 3:10)
• Love that Flows from the Love of God (1 John 3:16-18)
• Love toward the Brethren flows from being Born of God
Three Consequences to Loving in Deed & in Truth (vs. 19-23)
1. Affirm that we are of the Truth (v. 19a)
• Love is only true when it is put into action
• Evidence that the Truth of God Dwells in Us (Hebrews 10:16; John 13:35)
2. Reassure our Hearts (vs.19b-21)
• “Assure” = “Set at Ease or Rest” (v. 19b; Isaiah 32:17; Hebrews 10:22; Galatians 5:22)
• If Our Conscience or Heart Condemns Us (v. 20; Titus 3:10-11; Psalm 139:1-4)
• If Our Conscience or Heart does not Condemn Us (v. 21; 2 Corinthians 1:21)
3. Strengthen our Confidence Before God in Prayer (vs.22-23) – Next Week, Lord Willing
Conclusion and Application
• Does Your Heart or Conscience Testify to a life conducted in simplicity and godly sincerity, loving the Brethren in Deed and in Truth?
• If Your Heart Condemns You, Won’t You This Day Come to Christ in True Faith with a Repentant Heart?
• God Knows Your Works (Isaiah 64:6), Whether They are Done in Fear, to Earn His Favor, or Whether They are Done from the Love of God Abiding in You (Ephesians 5:2)
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