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How Can I Be Sure

Those Who Know They're Forgiven Trust in Jesus

Those Who Know They're Forgiven Trust in Jesus

SAM ARAGONES | MARCH 29, 2026

Assurance is ultimately found by looking to Christ. John points to faith in the Son of God as the basis of eternal life. This message looks at the faith that gives assurance of salvation and how to know that we have it. 

1 John 5:6-13

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Those Who Know They're Forgiven Believe in the Truth

Those Who Know They're Forgiven Believe in the Truth

PAUL SADLER | MARCH 22, 2026

Some people claim to believe in Jesus and think that they’re going to heaven while denying truths that the Bible says are foundational to the faith. John warned about the danger of heretical beliefs—convictions that are so dangerous they represent a rejection of the true God. This message looks at what they are and how to discern them. 

1 John 4:1-6

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Those Who Know They're Forgiven Walk by the Spirit

Those Who Know They're Forgiven Walk by the Spirit

PAUL SADLER | MARCH 15, 2026

Our hearts can still accuse us even when we belong to Christ. John shows that the Spirit reassures believers of God’s love and empowers obedience. This message looks at how the Spirit brings confidence and peace to those who walk with Him.

1 John 3:19-24

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Those Who Know They're Forgiven Love Like Jesus

Those Who Know They're Forgiven Love Like Jesus

PAUL SADLER | MARCH 8, 2026

Assurance doesn’t come from saying we love God but showing it. John points to Jesus’ self-giving love as the pattern for all who belong to Him. This message looks at how practical love for God’s people gives evidence of a changed heart.

1 John 3:11-18

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Those Who Know They're Forgiven Love the Church

Those Who Know They're Forgiven Love the Church

PAUL SADLER | MARCH 1, 2026

It’s easy to claim faith in Christ while keeping His people at a distance. John teaches that true children of God stay connected to the family of God. This message looks at how love for the church confirms the reality of our relationship with God. 

1 John 2:18-25

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Those Who Know They're Forgiven Face Their Sin

Those Who Know They're Forgiven Face Their Sin

PAUL SADLER | FEBRUARY 22, 2026

Many people want assurance of forgiveness without confronting the darkness of their own heart. John reminds us that those who walk in the light are honest about their failures and turn to Christ for cleansing. This message looks at the confession of sin that gives evidence to the reality of our faith.

1 John 1:5-10

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