Eternal Life: A Bible Study
Explore the depths of eternal life, its source, how to obtain it, and how it transforms our present lives.
1. The Foundation of Eternal Life
1.1 The Gift of God
Verses: John 3:16; Romans 6:23
- God's love is the source of eternal life.
- Eternal life is a gift, not earned.
1.2 Assurance and Possession
Verses: 1 John 5:11-13; John 10:28
- Eternal life is found in the Son.
- Assurance of eternal life is possible through faith.
2. Obtaining Eternal Life
2.1 The Only Way
Verses: John 14:6; Acts 4:12
- The Son is the only way to the Father and eternal life.
- Salvation and eternal life are exclusively through the Son.
2.2 Conditions for Receiving
Verses: Acts 2:38; Romans 10:9-10
- Repentance, baptism in the name of Jesus Christ, and receiving the Holy Spirit are essential steps.
- Confessing Jesus as Lord is vital for salvation.
3. The Nature of Eternal Life
3.1 The Promise of Resurrection
Verses: John 6:47-51; John 11:25-26
- Believing in the Son provides everlasting life.
- The Son is the resurrection and the life.
3.2 The Transformation
Verses: 1 Corinthians 15:51-54; Philippians 3:20-21
- The mortal will put on immortality.
- Our bodies will be transformed to be like His glorious body.
4. Living in Light of Eternity
4.1 Living a Holy Life
Verses: Titus 2:11-14; 1 Peter 1:15-16
- Grace teaches us to live godly lives.
- We are called to be holy in all our conduct.
4.2 Walking in the Spirit
Verses: Galatians 5:22-25; Ephesians 4:22-24
- The Spirit empowers us to live righteously.
- We must put on the new self, created to be like God.