Eternal Security
Embracing Truth
Greg Viehman
September 22, 2023

1. Listen to the Message

I. Mistakes in Establishing Doctrine

You can prove anything from Scriptures picked out in

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Never let obscure or difficult verses dictate doctrine, especially over direct and clear verses.

Always read

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II. Verses That Prove You Cannot Lose Your Salvation

A. The Direct Words of Jesus

  1. Eternal life is

    (John 10:27-30)

  2. Never

    = never (John 10:27-30)

  3. Everlasting life = forever (John 3:16, John 5:24, John 6:47)


B. 7 Direct Analogies of Jesus & New Testament

Death to Life (John 5:24)

Born Again (John 3:3, I Peter 2:2)

New Creation (2 Corinthians 5:17)

Sealed with Holy Spirit (Ephesians 1:13-14)

Adopted (Romans 8:15, Ephesians 1:5)

Redemption (Ephesians 1:7)

Grace , Not Works (Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 11:6)



III. Why Is It Important?

Respect/Honor for what Jesus did. (John 19:30)

Believing you can lose lose your salvation changes the Gospel. It isn’t such “good” news anymore (Galatians 1:6-9)

Freedom (John 8:31-32, Romans Ch 3-8)

Gratitude & The Nature of God

Relationship



is the test of reality.”

DISCUSS

What mistakes are commonly made in establishing doctrine?

How can we avoid them? What principles should we follow?

How do the words of Jesus prove eternal security?

What analogies does the Bible give that prove eternal security? Why are they so powerful?

Why is eternal security important? Discuss at least 3 reasons.

3. Pray