Understanding and Embracing Faith in the Lord Jesus of Nazareth as Revealed Throughout the Entire KJV New Testament: A Biblical Guide to Believing According to Scripture.
This study explores the foundational truths of faith in Jesus Christ, drawing exclusively from the King James Version of the New Testament. It aims to illuminate the identity of Jesus as the one true God, His redemptive work, the indwelling of His Spirit, and the practical implications for a life of faith and obedience.
1. The Identity of Jesus: God Manifest in Flesh
1.1 Jesus as the One True God
Verses: John 1:1; 1 Timothy 3:16; John 20:28
- Jesus is the eternal Word, God revealed in human form.
- He is declared to be Lord and God by His disciples.
1.2 The Fullness of the Godhead in Christ
Verses: Colossians 2:9; John 14:9-10
- All the divine attributes and essence reside bodily in Jesus.
- Seeing Jesus is seeing the Father, for they are one.
1.3 Jesus as Creator and Sustainer
Verses: John 1:3; Colossians 1:16-17
- Through Him all things were made, and without Him was not any thing made.
- He holds all creation together by the word of His power.
1.4 The Name Above Every Name
Verses: Philippians 2:9-11; Acts 4:12
- God has highly exalted Jesus and given Him a name above all names.
- Salvation is found in no other name under heaven given among men.
2. The Saving Work of Jesus: Atonement and New Life
2.1 Repentance Towards God
Verses: Acts 2:38; Acts 3:19
- A necessary first step for salvation, involving a change of mind and heart.
- Turning from sin to God, that sins may be blotted out.
2.2 Water Baptism in Jesus' Name
Verses: Acts 2:38; Acts 8:16; Acts 19:5
- For the remission of sins, signifying burial with Christ.
- Immersion in water in the name of Jesus Christ.
2.3 Receiving the Gift of the Holy Spirit
Verses: Acts 2:38-39; Acts 10:44-46; Acts 19:6
- The promise is for all who believe, empowering for service.
- Evidenced by speaking in other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance.
2.4 The Blood of Jesus for Forgiveness
Verses: Ephesians 1:7; Hebrews 9:22
- Redemption and forgiveness of sins are found through His precious blood.
- Without shedding of blood is no remission of sins.
3. The Indwelling Spirit: Jesus' Presence Within Believers
3.1 The Spirit of Christ Within
Verses: Romans 8:9-10; Galatians 2:20
- If any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.
- Christ lives in us, empowering our new life.
3.2 Guidance and Empowerment by the Spirit
Verses: John 16:13; Acts 1:8
- The Spirit guides believers into all truth and reveals things to come.
- Believers receive power after the Holy Ghost is come upon them to be witnesses.
3.3 The Fruits of the Spirit
Verses: Galatians 5:22-23; Ephesians 5:9
- Evidence of a Spirit-filled life, demonstrating Christ-like character.
- Producing righteousness, goodness, and truth in the believer.
3.4 The Spirit as a Seal and Earnest
Verses: Ephesians 1:13-14; 2 Corinthians 1:22
- Believers are sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise unto the day of redemption.
- The Spirit is the earnest of our inheritance, guaranteeing future glory.
4. Living by Faith: Obedience and Transformation
4.1 Faith as the Foundation of Righteousness
Verses: Romans 1:17; Hebrews 11:6
- The just shall live by faith, trusting in God's promises and character.
- Without faith it is impossible to please God, for He rewards those who diligently seek Him.
4.2 Walking in Newness of Life
Verses: Romans 6:4; 2 Corinthians 5:17
- Buried with Him in baptism, we are raised to walk in newness of life.
- Old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new in Christ.
4.3 Overcoming the World Through Faith
Verses: 1 John 5:4; Ephesians 6:16
- Our faith is the victory that overcomes the world and its temptations.
- The shield of faith quenches all the fiery darts of the wicked.
4.4 Perseverance and Enduring to the End
Verses: Matthew 24:13; Revelation 2:10
- He that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.
- Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.