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The Greatest Defense Attorney (1 John 2:3-6)
Scripture References: 1 John 1:5-10, 2:1-2, Romans 3:22-26, 2 Corinthians 5:19-21, Ephesians 2, 1 Corinthians 13, 2 Corinthians 2:11, John 3:16, 1 Corinthians 14:1, 1 Timothy 3, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Proverbs 28, Romans 5:6-8, Hebrews 4, 1 Peter 2:20-23, Acts 2, Acts 9, Acts 11:19-30, Acts 13:1-3
Intro:
- The importance of understanding the full gospel message.
- Addressing the tendency to focus on only parts of the gospel.
- The need to preach the full message, including God's wrath and propitiation.
The Problem of Sin:
- Sin is a real problem, and we must acknowledge its seriousness.
- The Bible is clear about what constitutes sin (Galatians 5:19-21).
- Romans 3:22-26: All have sinned and fallen short of God’s glory.
- God’s wrath is a real consequence of sin.
Jesus, the Propitiation:
- Jesus’ death on the cross was more than just a consequence of sin; it was a propitiation.
- Propitiation: to turn away wrath from.
- Jesus took the wrath of God upon himself, satisfying God’s justice.
- This is the core of the gospel message.
The Full Gospel:
- The gospel is not just “God loves you and has a wonderful plan for your life.”
- It includes:
- God’s attitude towards sin.
- What Jesus did on the cross.
- God's plan and future for our lives.
- 2 Corinthians 5:19-21: God reconciled the world to himself through Christ.
- Emphasis on the magnitude of Christ’s sacrifice and its implications.
Call to Action:
- Preach the full gospel message, including God’s wrath and propitiation.
- Don’t shy away from the difficult truths of sin and judgment.
- Emphasize the love and mercy of God found in the cross.
- Invite people to receive forgiveness and enter into a relationship with God.
- Respond to the gospel by believing and repenting.
- Live a life worthy of the calling we have received.
Conclusion:
- The gospel is a message of hope and reconciliation.
- Jesus's sacrifice is the foundation of our faith.
- We are called to share the full gospel message with the world.
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