Why should we always be thankful for God's word?

Assurance

Assurance (certainty) of salvation is based on the authority of God's Word. There are many evidences we can look at so that we can know we are saved and have eternal life.

1. God promises eternal life in His Word.

• According to John 1:12, what is the promise associated with receiving Jesus?
  
• John 3:16 states that whoever believes in Christ has
  
• John 5:24 says that the one who believes in God will not
  
• In John 10:27-28 we learn that we will never
  

2. Holy Spirit gives us assurance of our salvation.

• According to Romans 8:16-17, what does the Holy Spirit bear witness of in our lives?
  
• Who is the guarantee of our future life according to Ephesians 1:13-14?
  

3. Turn to the book of 1 John.

What is the purpose of John's letter?

• 1 John 5:13
  

John uses the phrase "we know" (assurance) throughout his letter to help these believers come to a place of assurance about their salvation.

• According to 1 John 2:3-5, how do we know for sure that we "know Him?"
  
• In 1 John 2:23, what is the action here that rules out the assurance of salvation?
  
• What is the basis of assurance in 1 John 3:14-15?
  
• In 1 John 4:13, what has God given to his children to bring us assurance of salvation?
  

4. Read Philippians 2:12-13.

Verse twelve states that the Christian life is a life of obedience. But what power is available to live the Christian life according to verse 13?

• Philipians 2:12-13
  

God wants you and I to know that we have eternal life (1 John 5:11-13). It is not His will that we live our life on a daily basis wondering if we are saved. If you doubt your salvation remember that our salvation rests only on God's work for us. Even if our hearts at times forget that, it is still true. (l John 3:19-20). Pray and ask God to remind you of His faithfulness to keep His promises.

Notes/Questions

Assignments: Read I John, memorize Philippians 2:12-13, and pray for one another.