Series 176
“Saints and Aints (Unbelievers)”
A Study in the Epistles of 1st, 2nd and 3rd John
1 John 4:7-21
#43 – “Manifesting Perfect Love” – P2
Introduction – The Trinity – 4:7-21
1. Perfect Love and the Character of God: 1 John 4:7-8
Part One: God’s Love For His Elect
First, it explains the reason He created. (John 17:9-15); Second, the truth that God is love explains human choice or responsibility. (John 7:17,18); Third, the reality that God is love also explains His providence. (Romans 8:28); Fourth, that He is love explains the divine plan of redemption. (John 3:16)
2. Perfect Love and the Coming of Christ 4:9-11
3. Perfect Love and the Christian’s Claim of Faith 4:12-16
4. Perfect Love and the Christian’s Confidence in Judgment 4:17-21