The Basis for Confidence Genesis 12:1–8 God’s call to Abram marks an important shift in the biblical narrative. Genesis 1–11 presents seemingly false starts to
SURE OF SALVATION 1 John 5:1–5, 11–13, 18–21 I can know I am born of God because Jesus is the Christ. (1–5) There is a
JOY AND CONTENTMENT Philippians 4:10–20 In all situations. (10–14) It appears some time elapsed between early gifts from the Philippian church and the latest one
JOY THROUGH PEACE Philippians 4:1–9 Stand (v. 1) Paul writes of his deep love and longing for his brothers and sisters, his “joy and crown.”
SURE OF GOD’S LOVE 1 John 4:7–13, 19–21 We know we are loved because God sent Jesus. (7–10) John’s main point in this passage is
Joy in Knowing Jesus Philippians 3:8–21 Righteousness Gained (8–11) Before salvation, Paul sought to gain God’s pleasure by strict adherence to the Law. However, when
Sure of Victory 1 John 3:19–4:4 First John 3:4–18 presents two commands central to the letter: Do not sin, and love fellow believers. Anyone who
Joy Through Humility Philippians 2:1–15 In relationships (1–4) Paul uses a conditional “if” to speak to the Philippian congregation. He says if they are true
Sure of the Truth 1 John 2:18–29 In John 18:38 Pilate asks, “What is truth?” At no time in history has this question been more
Joy of Adversity Philippians 1:12–26 Paul is in Rome awaiting his trial. Will the verdict be life or death? Paul rejoices regardless of the outcome.
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