“We know that we are of God…” – 1 John 5:19

Scripture reading: 1 John 5:18-20; Ephesians 3:8-21

John brings his epistle to a close with words of confidence.  We find the phrase ‘we know’ three times in these three verses.  As these verses come to us as a conclusion to the entire epistle, we find John leaving us with vital truths that are essential to having fellowship with the one true, living God.  The key that unlocks these glorious truths is Jesus Christ.  In other words, if you are a believer in Jesus these things are true of you!  Be encouraged today as you meditate on these truths.

John tells us that we know that all of the enemies of our soul have been defeated in Jesus Christ:  sin, Satan and the world.  In other words, there is not an enemy in this universe that can stop God from carrying out His purpose of bringing you to full and perfect fellowship with Him.  We know that the Son of God has come in order to fulfill the Father’s will that we might know Him Who is true.  As you think about these realities, make sure to live your life reflecting these truths.  Do not give in to the enemies of your soul.  In Christ, fight against sin, Satan and the world.  Actively pursue fellowship with God seeking to walk with Him daily.  As we look to the Lord Jesus Christ we know these things!  Do not waste them. God wants us to live confidently in these promises.

Suggestions for prayer

Pray that you would know and live the Gospel with clarity and conviction.

Rev. Brian Murray is the associate pastor at Grace ARP Church and the Director of Gillespie Academy in Woodstock, Ontario. He has been ordained in the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church since 2003 and he and his wife Melissa have four children. Get this devotional delivered directly to your phone each day via our RP App. This devotional is made available by the Nearer To God Devotional team, who also make available in print, for purchase, at NTGDevotional.com.