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Galatians 5:16-23 teaches that at any moment we are either walking by the Holy Spirit or according to the sin nature. Walking by the Spirit, enjoying fellowship with God, walking in the light are virtually synonymous. During these times, the Holy Spirit is working in us to illuminate our minds to the truth of Scripture and to challenge us to apply what we learn. But when we sin, we begin to live based on the sin nature. Our works do not count for eternity. The only way to recover is to confess (admit, acknowledge) our sin to God the Father and we are instantly forgiven, cleansed, and recover our spiritual walk (1 John 1:9). Please make sure you are walking by the Spirit before you begin your Bible study, so it will be spiritually profitable.

In the discussion of the spiritual life of the Christian, the epistle of 1 John is instrumental. It is not only an important book because it is part of God’s inspired word (2 Tim. 3:16; 2 Pet. 1:21), but also because of the statements contained in the text related to the believer’s walk with God. However, not all interpreters are in agreement as to how the reader is to apply the words of the text. Even though the different interpretations are affected by issues related to translation, many of the difficulties and differences in interpretation stem from passages in which opposing parties often agree in terms of translation. Two central views have emerged in the interpretation of 1 John that will be discussed in this paper. Is 1 John presenting the tests of whether or not one is truly born again, or tests as to whether the one who is born again is walking in fellowship with God? As Dillow stated, “In a word, are they tests of regenerate life, or are they tests of abundant life?” ...
Series:2011 Chafer Theological Seminary Bible Conference
Duration:1 hr 9 mins 50 secs