3 John 1:3 For I rejoiced greatly, when the brothers came and testified of the truth that is in you, even as you walk in the truth. I. FAITH IN POSSESSION. 1. The unconditional acceptance of the truth. 2. The harmony of truth with our moral nature. II. FAITH IN ACTION. 1. Faith in action is a healthful and energising exercise of our whole life. 2. Faith in action is a power wielded over others. III. FAITH ON RECORD. The faithful witnesses who gave their evidence in the presence of St. John were samples of others who gave their evidence before the tribunal of the world. 1. It is a record worth making. To write down the deeds, the trials, and the victories of faith is not a waste of either time or materials. 2. It is worth rehearsing. 3. It is worth preserving. Its influence is marvellous. The lamp of another strengthens the light of our own, to make clearer the Christian path. IV. THE REFLEX INFLUENCE OF FAITH. Gaius was the apostle's son in the faith. How the soul of the aged minister was lighted up as the brethren related to him the glad tidings concerning the soul he had been instrumental in saving. (T. Davies, M. A.) Parallel Verses KJV: For I rejoiced greatly, when the brethren came and testified of the truth that is in thee, even as thou walkest in the truth. |
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