Series: 1 John: That You May Know
Preacher: Pastor Anson McMahon
On Mother's Day, Pastor Anson unpacks 1 John 2:12-14, revealing that the church is comprised of believers in various stages of spiritual maturity: children, young men, and fathers. He emphasizes God's desire for all to grow and provides encouragement and specific truths for each group, reminding everyone of the foundational gospel and the ongoing journey of faith.
Key Points:
- The church encompasses different stages of spiritual maturity (children, young men, fathers).
- God desires all His children to grow up spiritually.
- For spiritual children (new believers): The foundational truth is that their sins are forgiven for Jesus' namesake and they know the Father.
- For spiritual young men (those growing and fighting temptation): They have overcome the evil one through the strength of God's Word abiding in them.
- For spiritual fathers (mature believers): They know Him who is from the beginning (Jesus), highlighting their deep, eternal relationship with Christ.
- Christian, Satan has been defeated at the cross, and we fight from victory.
- Spiritual strength to overcome the enemy comes from the Word of God.
- God is not finished with anyone; He desires ongoing growth in our relationship with Him.
Reflect & Discuss: In which stage of spiritual maturity do you see yourself? What is one thing God is speaking to you about growth in this season? How can you encourage those in different stages of faith around you?
Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14, 1 Corinthians 13:11, Hebrews 5:11-14, Colossians 2:13-15, Psalm 119:11.
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