“The Sum Total” Pt. 2
3 John 9-15
From Pride: (Vs 9)
1. Comes a Rejection of the Righteous. (Vs. 9b, Titus 1:14)
2. From Pride: Comes a Dismissal of Disciples. (Vs. 10a, 1 Cor 11:18-19)
3. From Pride: Comes a Corrupting of the Church. (Vs. 10b, John 9:38-39)
4. From Pride: Comes a Breaking of the Body. (Vs. 10c, 1 Cor 12:14-15, Luke 22:24-26)
From God:
1. Comes a Duplication of Divinity (Goodness). (Vs. 11, 1 Cor 10:31-11:1)
a. 1 Corinthians 10:31-11:1, “So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God. Give no offense to Jews or Greeks or the church of God, just as I also try to please everyone in everything, not seeking my own benefit, but the benefit of many, so that they may be saved. Imitate me, as I also imitate Christ.”
2. Comes a Testimony of Truth. (Vs. 12, Psalm 86:11-12)
a. Psalm 86:11-12, “Teach me your way, LORD, and I will live by your truth. Give me an undivided mind to fear your name. I will praise you with all my heart, Lord my God, and will honor your name forever.”
3. Comes Building of the Body. (Vs. 12b-14, 1 Cor 14:12)
a. 1 Corinthians 14:12, “So also you—since you are zealous for spiritual gifts, seek to excel in building up the church.”
4. Comes a Longing to Love. (Vs. 13-15)
a. Numbers 6:24-26, “May the Lord bless you and protect you; may the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; may the Lord look with favor on you and give you peace.”