I consider that our present sufferings are not comparable to the glory that will be revealed in us. (Romans 8:18)
Jesus says, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me.” (Luke 9:23) This makes following Him difficult. You have to choose God's ways over the ways of the world. The ways of the world are about living for yourself, following your own desires, and doing whatever you want. Following Jesus means dying to your flesh and doing what God wants. Even though this can be hard, it is nothing compared to the glory that will be revealed in you. ~ Jeff M Newman
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Listen to: Lesson 62 - 1 John 2:24...If what you heard from the beginning abides in you then you also will abide in the Son and in the Father.
Listen to Lesson 61 - 1 John 2:24 As for you, let what you have heard from the beginning remain in you...
Lesson 47 - 1 John 2:18 Children, it is the last hour...
Welcome to the Hope Bible School verse-by-verse Bible study of 1 John. This is Jeff M Newman. Get a new lesson every other week on Mondays at 12:00 PM Pacific.
No More Death
He will wipe away every tear from their eyes,’ and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away.” (Revelation 21:4)