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This is part 4 of our Springbrook Seminar on New Testament Survey, covering the General Epistles.

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Welcome to Explore the New Testament. This week, we explore the General Epistles—1 & 2 Peter, 1-3 John, and Jude. These letters challenge us to live with holiness, love, and perseverance in a broken world. Join us as we uncover their timeless wisdom and apply their truths to our daily faith journey.

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Steve Swartz, Selected Scriptures. From the "Millennium: New Testament Witnesses" series.More sermons available online at www.gbcob.org.

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Steve Swartz, Selected Scriptures. From the Millennium: New Testament Witnesses series. More sermons available online at www.steadfastinthefaith.org.

Welcome to episode 170!  We continue our summer series on biblical genres.  Today, we will discuss the General Epistles.  You can also find these episodes on Spring Baptist Church's YouTube channel.  Here is a link to this week's episode.Overview of the BooksThe epistle to the Hebrews eloquently expounds on the supremacy of Christ and the superiority of the new covenant, exhorting believers to hold fast to their faith and persevere in the face of suffering.  James, the brother of Jesus, emphasizes the practical outworking of faith through good works, wisdom, and the taming of the tongue. In 1 Peter, the apostle encourages believers facing persecution, reminding them of their living hope in Christ and their calling to holy living.  2 Peter warns against false teachers and emphasizes the reliability of Scripture, while also looking forward to the promise of Christ's return. The three epistles of John address issues of love, obedience, and discerning truth from error, urging believers to walk in the light and remain steadfast in the teachings of Christ.  Jude, the final General Epistle, exhorts the church to contend for the faith and reject those who pervert the grace of God. Significance and ImpactThe General Epistles hold immense significance for Christians as they provide invaluable wisdom and guidance for navigating the complexities of the Christian life. These letters remind us of the enduring hope we have in Christ, even in the midst of trials and persecutions, and challenge us to remain steadfast in our faith. The emphasis on recognizing and rejecting false teachings equips us to discern truth from error, safeguarding the purity of the gospel message. The call to holy living, love, and good works encourages us to let our faith bear tangible fruit in our daily lives. Moreover, the General Epistles underscore the importance of spiritual maturity, perseverance, and the transformative power of God's Word in shaping our characters and conforming us to the image of Christ. Practical ApplicationsAs we study the General Epistles, we can draw numerous practical lessons for our spiritual journey. The teachings on perseverance and endurance challenge us to remain steadfast in our faith, even in the face of trials, temptations, and opposition, trusting in God's sovereign plan and the hope we have in Christ.  The emphasis on discernment and identifying false teachings equips us to navigate the complexities of our modern world, holding fast to the truth of Scripture and rejecting ideologies that contradict the gospel. Furthermore, the call to love, good works, and holy living inspires us to let our faith manifest in tangible ways, demonstrating the transformative power of the gospel through our actions, speech, and attitudes. 

I'm excited to announce the release of Episode #22 of the Entangled Kingdoms podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the portrayal of Satan in the New Testament's General Epistles. We…* Explore how Peter, James, John, Jude, and the author of Hebrews depict Satan and spiritual warfare* Uncover the transformative power of being born of God and its impact on our relationship with Satan* Gain insights into the reality of spiritual battles and the importance of vigilance* Discover the assurance of victory through Christ in the face of spiritual oppositionWhether you're a long-time believer or new to the faith, this episode offers valuable insights into the nature of spiritual conflict and our position in Christ.Join the Conversation:I'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Share your insights, questions, or personal experiences related to the topic on our social media platforms or in the comments section below.Tune in now and join us as we continue to untangle the kingdoms and discover how to live in light of the gospel of Jesus Christ!ResourcesArticles:* How Did Evil Begin - John Piper @ Desiring God* Where Did Satan Come From - Mike McKinley @ The Good Book Co.* The Absence of Satan in the Old Testament by Dr. Michael Heiser @ Naked Bible BlogVideos:* The Satan and Demons by the BibleProject* The Satan and Demons Question/Response by the BibleProject* Is the Fall of Satan really described in the Bible? by Honest Answers @ Southern Seminary* The Case for Satan by Desiring GodPodcasts:* Evil and Satan - The Naked Bible Podcast* Satan vs Jesus- The After Class Podcast* Satan Unveiled - The After Class Podcast* Satan - The Dig Bible PodcastBooks:* Satan and the Problem of Evil: From the Bible to the Early Church Fathers by Dr. Archie T. Wright* Demons: What the Bible Really Says About the Powers of Darkness by Dr. Michael S. Heiser* The Satan: How God's Executioner Became the Enemy by Ryan Stokes* *An Introduction to Second Temple Judaism* by Dr. Lester L. GrabbeStay tuned for our next episode, where we'll explore Satan in Paul's Epistles! Get full access to Entangled Kingdoms at www.entangledkingdoms.com/subscribe

Intro to the General Epistles.

This is part 15 of the Read the Bible For Yourself. In previous episodes, we've looked at Paul's church epistles and pastoral epistles. Today we move into the third section of epistles in the New Testament--the general epistles. Instead of surveying each of the eight general epistles, we'll just focus on two: Hebrews and 1 John. We'll ask about author, audience, occasion, purpose, and mode for each. Going through these two will hopefully provide you with helpful examples to enable you to read these epistles more fruitfully on your own. Listen to this episode on Spotify or Apple Podcasts https://youtu.be/alXkHkkhn_w —— Links —— See other episodes in Read the Bible For Yourself Other classes are available here, including How We Got the Bible, which explores the manuscript transmission and translation of the Bible Get the transcript of this episode Support Restitutio by donating here Join our Restitutio Facebook Group and follow Sean Finnegan on Twitter @RestitutioSF Leave a voice message via SpeakPipe with questions or comments and we may play them out on the air Intro music: Good Vibes by MBB Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0) Free Download / Stream: Music promoted by Audio Library. Who is Sean Finnegan?  Read his bio here —— Notes —— The General Epistles Hebrews, James, 1 Peter, 2 Peter, 1 John, 2 John, 3 John, Jude Some consider Hebrews to be Pauline, but even if Paul wrote it, it's not to a church or a pastor, so it still fits as a general epistle 2 John and 3 John are technical to specific individuals and thus not general epistles Hebrews Authorship Evidence for Paul Associated with Timothy and Rome (Heb 13:23-24) Pauline themes Evidence against Paul Non-Pauline themes Ancient uncertainty (Origen, Eusebius, etc.) Non-standard opening Not an eyewitness (Heb 2:3) Daniel Wallace suggested Barnabas with help from Apollos. Audience As title indicates, the audience was Jewish. Persecuted (Heb 10:32-36) Occasion Became aware of some falling away from faith (Heb 3:6; 4:14; 6:4-6; 10:23, 26-27) Concern that they will return to Judaism Purpose Convince Jewish Christians to endure in the faith instead of falling away (presumably back into Judaism) Mode Show that Jesus is better Ch 1: Jesus as God's promised Messiah is better than the angels who gave the Law. Ch 2:  Jesus' salvation is better b/c he is human. Ch 3:  Jesus is better than Moses. Ch 7: Jesus' priesthood is better than Aaron's. Ch 8:  Jesus' covenant is better than the old covenant b/c it has better promises. Ch 9:  Jesus' heavenly priestly service is better than the priests serving at the temple on earth. Ch 10:  Jesus' sacrifice is better than animal sacrifices. Ch 11: The unshakable Mt. Zion covenant is better than the covenant at Mt. Sinai. Overall rhetorical effect to ask, “Why in the world would Christ-followers want to downgrade to Judaism after they've tasted something so much better?” 1 John Authorship No author in the document itself (1 John 1:1) Early Christians refer to this letter as written by John Irenaeus (a.d. 180) attributed the Gospel of John and 1 John to “John, the disciple of the Lord”[1] Later Christians agreed, including Tertullian, Clement of Alexandria, Origen, and the Muratorian Canon Eusebius says, “But of John's writings, in addition to the Gospel, the first of the letters is unambiguously accepted [as genuine] both by people today and by the ancients” (H.E. 3.24.17)[2] Definitely the same John who wrote the Gospel of John (John the Apostle) Same vocabulary and writing style Audience Christians that John is worried about Occasion: concern over rogue Christians “They went out from us, but they did not belong to us” (1 John 2:19). They are trying to deceive the regular Christians (2:26; 3:7). Many false prophets have gone out (4:1). They are denying that Jesus is the Christ (2:22). They may have been teaching that sin is ok (3:7-10). Purpose Equip Christians to discern and resist false teachings Encourage them to Live righteously Believe correctly about Jesus Love one another Mode Christology “Confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh” (4:2) “Testify that the Father has sent his son as the savior of the world” (4:14). “Confess that Jesus is the son of God” (4:15) “Believes that Jesus is the Christ” (5:1) “Believes that Jesus is the son of God” (5:5) “Believes in the son of God” (5:10) “Life is in his son” (5:11) “Believe in the name of the son of God” (5:13) Behavior (1 John 3:7-10) “It is unlikely that John has in mind absolute sinless perfection, since earlier he has denounced those who say they are without sin (1:8, 10). Rather, John has in mind the blatant sinning to which those who have left the community have fallen prey (2:19). In view of the letter as a whole, such sinning probably involves denial of Christ's human nature (4:2-3; theological lapse), flaunting of God's (or Christ's) commands (2:4; ethical lapse), failure to love (4:20; relational lapse), or some combination of these grave errors.”[3] Many appeals to live righteously (1 John 1:.5-6; 2:1-6; 3:4-10, 23-24; 5:18) Live differently than the world (1 John 2:15-17; 3:1, 13; 4:4-6; 5:4-5, 19) Love your brother/sister in Christ (1 John 2:10-11; 3:11, 14-18; 4:7-12, 16-21; 5:1-3) Review General epistles are for Christians in general rather than a specific church or person. In order to understand the general epistles, it's helpful to figure out authorship, audience, occasion, purpose, and mode. Authorship is explicit for James, 1 Peter, 2 Peter, and Jude, but takes some work to figure out for Hebrews and 1-3 John. Hebrews was probably not written by Paul but by someone who spent time with him like Priscilla, Luke, Barnabas, or Apollos. Audience and occasion are often intertwined and determinable by gleaning bits of historical information from the epistles themselves. As you read, ask yourself, "Who was the original audience?" and "What was going on with them?" To discern the purpose, ask, "What is the author's main goal in this epistle?" Mode is answering the question, "How does the author go about achieving his purpose?" Once you've figured out the author, audience, occasion, purpose, and mode, understanding the rest of the epistle's particulars is much easier. [1] Irenaeus, Against Heresies 3.16.5, 8. ANF translation. [2] Eusebius, 148. [3] Yarbrough, Robert. “1 John” in Hebrews to Revelation, vol 4 of ZIBBCNT, ed. Clinton E. Arnold (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2002), 176-212.

In this month's study, Lt. Colonel Vern Jewett begins looking at Holiness as described in the General Epistles. In this first episode of this series we hear from the book of James. Learn more about the show at https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/holiness  

The General Epistles Hebrews, James, 1 Peter, 2 Peter, 1 John, 2 John, 3 John, Jude Some consider Hebrews to be Pauline, but even if Paul wrote it, it's not to a church or a pastor, so it still fits as a general epistle 2 John and 3 John are technical to specific individuals and thus not general epistles Hebrews Authorship Evidence for Paul Associated with Timothy and Rome (Heb 13:23-24) Pauline themes Evidence against Paul Non-Pauline themes Ancient uncertainty (Origen, Eusebius, etc.) Non-standard opening Not an eyewitness (Heb 2:3) Daniel Wallace suggested Barnabas with help from Apollos. Audience As title indicates, the audience was Jewish. Persecuted (Heb 10:32-36) Occasion Became aware of some falling away from faith (Heb 3:6; 4:14; 6:4-6; 10:23, 26-27) Concern that they will return to Judaism Purpose Convince Jewish Christians to endure in the faith instead of falling away (presumably back into Judaism) Mode Show that Jesus is better Ch 1: Jesus as God's promised Messiah is better than the angels who gave the Law. Ch 2:  Jesus' salvation is better b/c he is human. Ch 3:  Jesus is better than Moses. Ch 7: Jesus' priesthood is better than Aaron's. Ch 8:  Jesus' covenant is better than the old covenant b/c it has better promises. Ch 9:  Jesus' heavenly priestly service is better than the priests serving at the temple on earth. Ch 10:  Jesus' sacrifice is better than animal sacrifices. Ch 11: The unshakable Mt. Zion covenant is better than the covenant at Mt. Sinai. Overall rhetorical effect to ask, “Why in the world would Christ-followers want to downgrade to Judaism after they've tasted something so much better?” 1 John Authorship No author in the document itself (1 John 1:1) Early Christians refer to this letter as written by John Irenaeus (a.d. 180) attributed the Gospel of John and 1 John to “John, the disciple of the Lord”1 Later Christians agreed, including Tertullian, Clement of Alexandria, Origen, and the Muratorian Canon Eusebius says, “But of John's writings, in addition to the Gospel, the first of the letters is unambiguously accepted [as genuine] both by people today and by the ancients” (H.E. 3.24.17)2 Definitely the same John who wrote the Gospel of John (John the Apostle) Same vocabulary and writing style Audience Christians that John is worried about Occasion: concern over rogue Christians “They went out from us, but they did not belong to us” (1 John 2:19). They are trying to deceive the regular Christians (2:26; 3:7). Many false prophets have gone out (4:1). They are denying that Jesus is the Christ (2:22). They may have been teaching that sin is ok (3:7-10). Purpose Equip Christians to discern and resist false teachings Encourage them to Live righteously Believe correctly about Jesus Love one another Mode Christology “Confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh” (4:2) “Testify that the Father has sent his son as the savior of the world” (4:14). “Confess that Jesus is the son of God” (4:15) “Believes that Jesus is the Christ” (5:1) “Believes that Jesus is the son of God” (5:5) “Believes in the son of God” (5:10) “Life is in his son” (5:11) “Believe in the name of the son of God” (5:13) Behavior (1 John 3:7-10) “It is unlikely that John has in mind absolute sinless perfection, since earlier he has denounced those who say they are without sin (1:8, 10). Rather, John has in mind the blatant sinning to which those who have left the community have fallen prey (2:19). In view of the letter as a whole, such sinning probably involves denial of Christ's human nature (4:2-3; theological lapse), flaunting of God's (or Christ's) commands (2:4; ethical lapse), failure to love (4:20; relational lapse), or some combination of these grave errors.”3 Many appeals to live righteously (1 John 1:.5-6; 2:1-6; 3:4-10, 23-24; 5:18) Live differently than the world (1 John 2:15-17; 3:1, 13; 4:4-6; 5:4-5, 19) Love your brother/sister in Christ (1 John 2:10-11; 3:11, 14-18; 4:7-12, 16-21; 5:1-3) Review General epistles are for Christians in general rather than a specific church or person. In order to understand the general epistles, it’s helpful to figure out authorship, audience, occasion, purpose, and mode. Authorship is explicit for James, 1 Peter, 2 Peter, and Jude, but takes some work to figure out for Hebrews and 1-3 John. Hebrews was probably not written by Paul but by someone who spent time with him like Priscilla, Luke, Barnabas, or Apollos. Audience and occasion are often intertwined and determinable by gleaning bits of historical information from the epistles themselves. As you read, ask yourself, “Who was the original audience?” and “What was going on with them?” To discern the purpose, ask, “What is the author’s main goal in this epistle?” Mode is answering the question, “How does the author go about achieving his purpose?” Once you’ve figured out the author, audience, occasion, purpose, and mode, understanding the rest of the epistle’s particulars is much easier. Irenaeus, Against Heresies 3.16.5, 8. ANF translation.Eusebius, 148.Yarbrough, Robert. “1 John” in Hebrews to Revelation, vol 4 of ZIBBCNT, ed. Clinton E. Arnold (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2002), 176-212.The post 15: How to Read the General Epistles first appeared on Living Hope.

The General Epistles Hebrews, James, 1 Peter, 2 Peter, 1 John, 2 John, 3 John, Jude Some consider Hebrews to be Pauline, but even if Paul wrote it, it's not to a church or a pastor, so it still fits as a general epistle 2 John and 3 John are technical to specific individuals and thus not general epistles Hebrews Authorship Evidence for Paul Associated with Timothy and Rome (Heb 13:23-24) Pauline themes Evidence against Paul Non-Pauline themes Ancient uncertainty (Origen, Eusebius, etc.) Non-standard opening Not an eyewitness (Heb 2:3) Daniel Wallace suggested Barnabas with help from Apollos. Audience As title indicates, the audience was Jewish. Persecuted (Heb 10:32-36) Occasion Became aware of some falling away from faith (Heb 3:6; 4:14; 6:4-6; 10:23, 26-27) Concern that they will return to Judaism Purpose Convince Jewish Christians to endure in the faith instead of falling away (presumably back into Judaism) Mode Show that Jesus is better Ch 1: Jesus as God's promised Messiah is better than the angels who gave the Law. Ch 2:  Jesus' salvation is better b/c he is human. Ch 3:  Jesus is better than Moses. Ch 7: Jesus' priesthood is better than Aaron's. Ch 8:  Jesus' covenant is better than the old covenant b/c it has better promises. Ch 9:  Jesus' heavenly priestly service is better than the priests serving at the temple on earth. Ch 10:  Jesus' sacrifice is better than animal sacrifices. Ch 11: The unshakable Mt. Zion covenant is better than the covenant at Mt. Sinai. Overall rhetorical effect to ask, “Why in the world would Christ-followers want to downgrade to Judaism after they've tasted something so much better?” 1 John Authorship No author in the document itself (1 John 1:1) Early Christians refer to this letter as written by John Irenaeus (a.d. 180) attributed the Gospel of John and 1 John to “John, the disciple of the Lord”[[Irenaeus, Against Heresies 3.16.5, 8. ANF translation.]] Later Christians agreed, including Tertullian, Clement of Alexandria, Origen, and the Muratorian Canon Eusebius says, “But of John's writings, in addition to the Gospel, the first of the letters is unambiguously accepted [as genuine] both by people today and by the ancients” (H.E. 3.24.17)[[Eusebius, 148.]] Definitely the same John who wrote the Gospel of John (John the Apostle) Same vocabulary and writing style Audience Christians that John is worried about Occasion: concern over rogue Christians “They went out from us, but they did not belong to us” (1 John 2:19). They are trying to deceive the regular Christians (2:26; 3:7). Many false prophets have gone out (4:1). They are denying that Jesus is the Christ (2:22). They may have been teaching that sin is ok (3:7-10). Purpose Equip Christians to discern and resist false teachings Encourage them to Live righteously Believe correctly about Jesus Love one another Mode Christology “Confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh” (4:2) “Testify that the Father has sent his son as the savior of the world” (4:14). “Confess that Jesus is the son of God” (4:15) “Believes that Jesus is the Christ” (5:1) “Believes that Jesus is the son of God” (5:5) “Believes in the son of God” (5:10) “Life is in his son” (5:11) “Believe in the name of the son of God” (5:13) Behavior (1 John 3:7-10) “It is unlikely that John has in mind absolute sinless perfection, since earlier he has denounced those who say they are without sin (1:8, 10). Rather, John has in mind the blatant sinning to which those who have left the community have fallen prey (2:19). In view of the letter as a whole, such sinning probably involves denial of Christ's human nature (4:2-3; theological lapse), flaunting of God's (or Christ's) commands (2:4; ethical lapse), failure to love (4:20; relational lapse), or some combination of these grave errors.”[[Yarbrough, Robert. “1 John” in Hebrews to Revelation, vol 4 of ZIBBCNT, ed. Clinton E. Arnold (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2002), 176-212.]] Many appeals to live righteously (1 John 1:.5-6; 2:1-6; 3:4-10, 23-24; 5:18) Live differently than the world (1 John 2:15-17; 3:1, 13; 4:4-6; 5:4-5, 19) Love your brother/sister in Christ (1 John 2:10-11; 3:11, 14-18; 4:7-12, 16-21; 5:1-3) Review General epistles are for Christians in general rather than a specific church or person. In order to understand the general epistles, it’s helpful to figure out authorship, audience, occasion, purpose, and mode. Authorship is explicit for James, 1 Peter, 2 Peter, and Jude, but takes some work to figure out for Hebrews and 1-3 John. Hebrews was probably not written by Paul but by someone who spent time with him like Priscilla, Luke, Barnabas, or Apollos. Audience and occasion are often intertwined and determinable by gleaning bits of historical information from the epistles themselves. As you read, ask yourself, “Who was the original audience?” and “What was going on with them?” To discern the purpose, ask, “What is the author’s main goal in this epistle?” Mode is answering the question, “How does the author go about achieving his purpose?” Once you’ve figured out the author, audience, occasion, purpose, and mode, understanding the rest of the epistle’s particulars is much easier. The post 15: How to Read the General Epistles first appeared on Living Hope.

Beloved, when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common salvation, it was necessary for me to write unto you, and exhort you that you should earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints.For there are certain men crept in unawares, who were before of old ordained to this condemnation, ungodly men, turning the grace of our God into licentiousness, and denying the only Lord God, and our Lord Jesus Christ.Jude 1:3–4 KJ2000[GE_Study_Questions_Link]

We love because he first loved us. If anyone says, “I love God,” and hates his brother, he is a liar; for he who does not love his brother whom he has seen cannot love God whom he has not seen. And this commandment we have from him: whoever loves God must also love his brother.1 John 4:19–21 ESV[GE_Study_Questions_Link]

By Ben Light in Salem, OR - February 17, 2024 - The writers of the General Epistles wrote to the early church during times of challenge. Whether external persecution, or internal heresy - their message to the brethren was intended to comfort them in the face of difficult circumstances. They desired them to be stirred, not shaken by the events they were witnessing.

That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, of the Word of life; (For the life was manifested, and we have seen it, and bear witness, and show unto you that eternal life, which was with the Father, and was manifested unto us;)That which we have seen and heard declare we unto you, that you also may have fellowship with us: and truly our fellowship is with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ. And these things write we unto you, that your joy may be full.1 John 1:1–4 KJ2000[GE_Study_Questions_Link]

And for this reason, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge; And to knowledge self control; and to self control patience; and to patience godliness; And to godliness brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness love.For if these things be in you, and abound, they make you that you shall neither be barren nor unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.2 Peter 1:5–8 KJ2000[GE_Study_Questions_Link]

For even to this were you called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that you should follow his steps: Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth: Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judges righteously: Who his own self bore our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes you were healed.For you were as sheep going astray; but are now returned unto the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls. 1 Peter 2:21–25 KJ2000[GE_Study_Questions_Link]

For all flesh is as grass, and all the glory of man as the flower of grass. The grass withers, and the flower thereof falls away: But the word of the Lord endures forever. And this is the word which by the gospel is preached unto you.1 Peter 1:24–25 KJ2000[GE_Study_Questions_Link]

Come now, you rich men, weep and howl for your miseries that shall come upon you. Your riches are corrupted, and your garments are moth-eaten. Your gold and silver is rusted; and the rust of them shall be a witness against you, and shall eat your flesh as if it were fire. You have heaped treasure together for the last days. […]Be patient therefore, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord. Behold, the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, and has long patience for it, until he receives the early and latter rain. Be also patient; establish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord draws near.James 4:1–3,7–8 KJ2000[GE_Study_Questions_Link]

James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting.My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith works patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that you may be perfect and entire, lacking in nothing.James 1:1–2 KJ2000[GE_Study_Questions_Link]

The General Epistles are a collection of New Testament letters addressed to the ancient church, yet their messages bear timeless significance. Today, R.C. Sproul articulates why these letters are so vital to our Christian growth. Get the 'Dust to Glory' Special Edition DVD and Digital Study Guide for Your Gift of Any Amount: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/3139/dust-to-glory Don't forget to make RenewingYourMind.org your home for daily in-depth Bible study and Christian resources. A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Here in the closing books of the New Testament, we see faithful church leaders writing to scattered Christians under persecution and to specific local churches. These books give instruction, encouragement, and correction to church leaders and the believers in their care. We continue to observe that the local church is the greenhouse for growing Christians in their faith. The startling visions of Revelation are also bookended with specific instruction and hope-filled comfort for local churches, which are the fruit of missions and God's global redemptive plan. God is sovereign! Jesus wins! He uses us to reach the nations in His name! In this episode, after 3-1/2 years of Missions on Point, I introduce myself and my assistant Joel Hollins, who will be podcasting the next series. Please feel free to comment, give us feedback, subscribe, like, and follow Missions on Point. And, please tell your friends about the podcast.

This week we take a break from our study of the General Epistles and Michael Clarke joins us for an episode titled "Preacher Survey Says."Chase conducted a survey among various preachers recently, asking some questions you might be wondering about as it pertains to the day to day lives of preachers. It is important for Everyday Christians and preachers (who are also just Everyday Christians really) to work together, to not be disconnected from one another, but to rely upon one another and help one another. As preachers, Michael and Chase hope that this podcast will "help us help you."Stay tuned for two more episodes with this theme later this season! --Visit our website: www.scatteredabroad.org and remember to subscribe to our email list."Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_scattered_abroad_network/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thescatteredabroadnetwork6883Contact us through email at: thescatteredabroadnetwork@gmail.com. If you would like to consider supporting us in anyway, please reach out to us through this email.

This week we take a break from our study of the General Epistles and Michael Clarke joins us for an episode titled "Preacher Survey Says."Chase conducted a survey among various preachers recently, asking some questions you might be wondering about as it pertains to the day to day lives of preachers. It is important for Everyday Christians and preachers (who are also just Everyday Christians really) to work together, to not be disconnected from one another, but to rely upon one another and help one another. As preachers, Michael and Chase hope that this podcast will "help us help you."Stay tuned for two more episodes with this theme later this season! --Visit our website: www.scatteredabroad.org and remember to subscribe to our email list."Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_scattered_abroad_network/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thescatteredabroadnetwork6883Contact us through email at: thescatteredabroadnetwork@gmail.com. If you would like to consider supporting us in anyway, please reach out to us through this email.

Ever wonder what lies beyond Paul's Epistles? This episode is a deep dive into the general epistles, illuminating the letters not written by Paul in a whole new light. Together with Dr. David Klingler, we journey through the complex themes and compelling narratives of these texts, from Hebrews to James, and John to Jude. Settle in as we shed light on the dynamics between Jewish believers and non-believers, and the societal pressures they faced during their time.The conversation doesn't stop there, we further explore the struggles of Jewish believers during a time of persecution, and the attempts to coax them into returning to their old ways of law-keeping and rejecting Christ. We delve into the intricate details of books like Hebrews and the Gospel of John, emphasizing belief in the Son and eternal life. Get ready to unravel the timeless lessons offered by the general epistles with us. This is not just an episode, it's a journey through the story of the Bible in a year. Tune in and let's explore together.Stay engaged with new and up-to-date content, including devotionals, articles, podcasts, etc. Download the Teach Me the Bible App from any app store or Apple TV/Roku device.

This week Chase continues his series on the General Epistles, looking at 1, 2, & 3 John and Jude.--Visit our website: www.scatteredabroad.org and remember to subscribe to our email list."Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_scattered_abroad_network/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thescatteredabroadnetwork6883Contact us through email at: thescatteredabroadnetwork@gmail.com. If you would like to consider supporting us in anyway, please reach out to us through this email.

This week Chase continues his series on the General Epistles, looking at 1, 2, & 3 John and Jude.--Visit our website: www.scatteredabroad.org and remember to subscribe to our email list."Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_scattered_abroad_network/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thescatteredabroadnetwork6883Contact us through email at: thescatteredabroadnetwork@gmail.com. If you would like to consider supporting us in anyway, please reach out to us through this email.

This week Chase continues his series on the General Epistles, looking at 1, 2, & 3 John and Jude.--Visit our website: www.scatteredabroad.org and remember to subscribe to our email list."Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_scattered_abroad_network/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thescatteredabroadnetwork6883Contact us through email at: thescatteredabroadnetwork@gmail.com. If you would like to consider supporting us in anyway, please reach out to us through this email.

This week Chase continues his series on the General Epistles, looking at 1, 2, & 3 John and Jude.--Visit our website: www.scatteredabroad.org and remember to subscribe to our email list."Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_scattered_abroad_network/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thescatteredabroadnetwork6883Contact us through email at: thescatteredabroadnetwork@gmail.com. If you would like to consider supporting us in anyway, please reach out to us through this email.

This week Chase continues his series on the General Epistles, looking at 1, 2, & 3 John and Jude.--Visit our website: www.scatteredabroad.org and remember to subscribe to our email list."Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_scattered_abroad_network/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thescatteredabroadnetwork6883Contact us through email at: thescatteredabroadnetwork@gmail.com. If you would like to consider supporting us in anyway, please reach out to us through this email.

This week Chase continues his series on the General Epistles, looking at 1, 2, & 3 John and Jude.--Visit our website: www.scatteredabroad.org and remember to subscribe to our email list."Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_scattered_abroad_network/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thescatteredabroadnetwork6883Contact us through email at: thescatteredabroadnetwork@gmail.com. If you would like to consider supporting us in anyway, please reach out to us through this email.

This week Chase continues his series on the General Epistles, looking at 1, 2, & 3 John and Jude.--Visit our website: www.scatteredabroad.org and remember to subscribe to our email list."Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_scattered_abroad_network/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thescatteredabroadnetwork6883Contact us through email at: thescatteredabroadnetwork@gmail.com. If you would like to consider supporting us in anyway, please reach out to us through this email.

This week Chase continues his series on the General Epistles, looking at 1, 2, & 3 John and Jude. -- Visit our website: www.scatteredabroad.org and remember to subscribe to our email list."Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_scattered_abroad_network/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thescatteredabroadnetwork6883Contact us through email at: thescatteredabroadnetwork@gmail.com. If you would like to consider supporting us in anyway, please reach out to us through this email.

This week Chase continues his series on the General Epistles, looking at 1, 2, & 3 John and Jude.--Visit our website: www.scatteredabroad.org and remember to subscribe to our email list."Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_scattered_abroad_network/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thescatteredabroadnetwork6883Contact us through email at: thescatteredabroadnetwork@gmail.com. If you would like to consider supporting us in anyway, please reach out to us through this email.

This week Chase continues his series on the General Epistles, looking at 1, 2, & 3 John and Jude.--Visit our website: www.scatteredabroad.org and remember to subscribe to our email list."Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_scattered_abroad_network/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thescatteredabroadnetwork6883Contact us through email at: thescatteredabroadnetwork@gmail.com. If you would like to consider supporting us in anyway, please reach out to us through this email.

This week Chase continues his series on the General Epistles, looking at 1, 2, & 3 John and Jude.-- Visit our website: www.scatteredabroad.org and remember to subscribe to our email list."Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_scattered_abroad_network/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thescatteredabroadnetwork6883Contact us through email at: thescatteredabroadnetwork@gmail.com. If you would like to consider supporting us in anyway, please reach out to us through this email.

This week Chase continues his series on the General Epistles, looking at 1, 2, & 3 John and Jude.--Visit our website: www.scatteredabroad.org and remember to subscribe to our email list."Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_scattered_abroad_network/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thescatteredabroadnetwork6883Contact us through email at: thescatteredabroadnetwork@gmail.com. If you would like to consider supporting us in anyway, please reach out to us through this email

This week Chase begins a series finishing up a study of the General Epistles, looking at 1, 2, & 3 John and Jude.--Visit our website: www.scatteredabroad.org and remember to subscribe to our email list."Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_scattered_abroad_network/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thescatteredabroadnetwork6883Contact us through email at: thescatteredabroadnetwork@gmail.com. If you would like to consider supporting us in anyway, please reach out to us through this email