1 John 3
1 JohnSteve Gregg
In this talk, Steve Gregg explores the theme of righteousness and what it means to be a child of God in 1 John 3. He emphasizes the importance of imitating God as children imitate their parents, growing to be like Him but not necessarily perfect replicas. Gregg also touches on the idea of corporate growth, with the whole body of Christ becoming mature. He stresses the significance of walking in love as a proof of being a child of God, rather than externalistic or ritualistic practices.
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1 John 4
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In this passage from the Bible, 1 John 4, the author warns against false prophets and emphasizes the importance of testing spirits. The passage highli
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1 John 5
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In this discourse, Steve Gregg provides a commentary on the last chapter of 1 John with a focus on how belief and conduct serve as evidence of kinship
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1 John 2:18 - 2:29
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In this session, Steve Gregg delves into 1 John 2:18-29 by elucidating the concept of the "last hour," as John refers to it in his letter. Gregg notes
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