1 John 5:1-5

1 Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has been born of God, and everyone who loves the Father loves whoever has been born of him. 2 By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God and obey his commandments. 3 For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments. And his commandments are not burdensome. 4 For everyone who has been born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith. 5 Who is it that overcomes the world except the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?

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GROUP STUDY

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“But to as many as did receive and welcome Him, He gave the right [the authority, the privilege] to become children of God, that is, to those who believe in (adhere to, trust in, and rely on) His name– who were born, not of blood [natural conception], nor of the will of the flesh [physical impulse], nor of the will of man [that of a natural father], but of God [that is, a divine and supernatural birth–they are born of God–spiritually transformed, renewed, sanctified].” John 1:12-13 AMP

MEMORIZE

1 John 5:2
By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God and obey his commandments.

REVIEW

What are some evidences of genuine faith in Christ?

Why is NIKE (nee-kay) attainable for everyone of us?

How did Jesus overcome the world?

REFLECT

How would putting God first in your life help you love others?

How have you seen in your own life that obedience to God’s commands is blessedness and not burdensome?

Is there anything in this passage led you to a new realization of these old truths?

RESPOND

Think upon the overcoming power of Christ. What is one area of your life that you need to release to His power this week? Take the necessary steps to give it over to God.