Real Joy

1 John 1:1–10

October 15, 2023 · Ron Hindt · 1 John 1:1–10

Are you tired of "cotton candy" Christianity that looks big but lacks substance? In a world full of spiritual counterfeits and religious simulators, how do you know if your walk with God is actually genuine?


In this study, Pastor Ron Hindt launches a new series through the book of 1 John titled Get Real. Moving verse-by-verse through 1 John 1:1-10, we examine the marks of an authentic relationship with Jesus Christ and discover how to move from just "going through the motions" to experiencing a joy that is truly full.


A Right Foundation: Understand that real joy begins by building your life on the eternal "Word of Life"—Jesus Christ—who transcends time yet was physically heard, seen, and handled by witnesses.


A Right Fellowship: Discover the power of Koinonia, the common bond we share horizontally with other believers and vertically with God the Father and His Son.


A Right Walk: Learn why walking in the light is a matter of habitual pattern, not perfection, and how "spiritual photosynthesis" allows our spirits to grow by absorbing God's truth.


A Right Response to Sin: Explore the necessity of practical, regular cleansing through specific confession, ensuring that we don't deceive ourselves or lose the joy of our salvation.

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