The apostle John warns mature believers not to love the things of this world: lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life. In this episode, we examine what these biblical terms mean. The biblical answers are politically incorrect, but they are Kingdom correct!
In this episode, we examine John’s call to walk in love with one another. John also defines the four stages of Christian growth and lets them know that he is addressing all of them.
In this episode, we examine John’s test for those that say that they know God and connect keeping the commandments to maturing in love. John’s statements are in complete agreement with the teachings of the apostle Paul.
n this episode, Dr. Lake examines the dynamic tensions between sin, the need for repentance, and walking in the Kingdom. What did John say the test for a true believer is in 1 John 2?
In this episode, we examine the correlation between deep fellowship with God and the establishment of holiness in the believer’s life. Fellowship with God also produces fellowship with other believers and provides discernment for those who are walking with God and those who are not.
In this episode, we examine the nature of God as light. The highest attribute of God is His holiness. There is nothing in the universe that can compare to God. Then, we examine the necessity of holiness in the life of the believer. Holiness is essential in spiritual warfare and in prepare for the days ahead.
In this episode, we examine the secret of true Kingdom fellowship. Fellowship must first be with Almighty God and then with each other. This dynamic relationship with God is the key to discernment in the Body of Christ.
In this episode, Dr. Lake will examine John’s testimony that real spiritual life is only found through the biblical Jesus revealed in God’s Word. Jesus and the Gospel are one. If you change who Jesus is, you have changed the Gospel. If you alter the Gospel from the biblical narrative, you have changed who Jesus is. This is a profound truth needed in this generation
In this episode, Dr. Lake continues his study on 1 John Chapter 1. He examines the theological concepts of both the transcendence and immanence of God. Dr. Lake also examines the heresy of Marcion and how it has affected our theologies today.
In this new series, Dr. Lake provides a basic introduction to the First Epistle of John, along with its strategic significance for the Remnant in the last days. A detailed look at who Jesus really is, according to the apostle John, is also given. This episode lays the foundation for understanding this important epistle.