Scripture:
1 John 1:1-2:6
Mon, 17 January 2022

Disciple the Generations

Observation:

What repeated words and phrases do you observe in this passage?

Deeper Reflection
THIS WEEK WE WILL REFLECT ON FAITH EXPLOIT 3 − Disciple the Generations. Early church tradition has it that the author of the letter of 1 John was the Apostle John writing from Ephesus around A.D. 85-95. The elderly apostle’s concern in this letter43 was with heretical teachings – an early form of Gnosticism – that was infiltrating the churches. John wrote to disciple the generations that came after him with teachings about the deity and humanity of Jesus Christ, obedience to the truth, righteous living, dealing with sin, having love for God and fellow-Christians, exposing the works of the devil and false teachers, and the nature of the antichrist.In today’s passage, there are many repeated words and phrases, such as “fellowship”, “light”, “darkness”, “walk”, “truth”, “lie / liar”, “sin / sins”, “know Him” and “keep His commandments”.44 Today we focus on one word – “fellowship” (mentioned four times, vv.3, 6, 7). “Fellowship” means “what is shared in common, as the basis of fellowship (partnership, community)”45. Christians are sinners saved by God’s grace through faith in His Son Jesus Christ, who was the propitiation (or atoning sacrifice) for our sins.46 As fellow Christians, we share in the saving knowledge of God and share a kindred relationship across the generations. As brothers and sisters in Christ, we must learn to share our resources with one another in the love of God. Through the Scriptures, prayers, encouragements, and emotional and material support, we are to help one another in our small group communities to walk in the light (v.7), keep God’s Word (1 Jn 2:3-6) and make disciples across the generations
43 The letter seemed to have been a circular letter sent to the churches of the province of Asia. 44 These are themes that occur throughout this letter. 45 HELPS Lexicon, The Discovery Bible. “Believers are fellow-partners (sharers) in the true knowledge of God because each belongs to the Lord. Accordingly, they share unique companionship with each other – a kindred spirit and fellowship that transcends all racial and economic barriers.” 46 1 John 2:2. “The Greek word (hilasmos) behind the phrase atoning sacrifice conveys both the idea of ‘turning aside divine wrath’ and the idea of ‘cleansing from sin’”: NET Bible study note.
Application:

What insights have I learnt about “fellowship” and how will I apply them in this new year?

Prayer:
Heavenly Father, I praise You for the worldwide family of God who share in the saving knowledge of Your Son Jesus Christ. His death on the cross has brought us life now and forevermore! His blood has bought us freedom from slavery to sin! His victory over sin and death has given us hope of the glory of God! Thank You for my local church. Help me to love Your people with Your love. Amen.
Prayer Pointers:
  • Give thanks and praise
  • Pray for leaders
  • Pray for significant people
  • Pray for those in need
  • Pray for self

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Daily Devo
Daily Devotional Journal
Sun, 31 December 2023

Sunday Journal

Past Week’s Review
  • What was my high point and my low point for the week?
  • What gave me life and what drained me?
  • How was the Spirit of God at work?
Reflect

What is one key thing that God said to me this week in light of what has happened?

Respond

What is one thing I need to do in light of what God is saying?
Commit in prayer.

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