12 And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. 13 But he that shall endure unto the end , the same shall be saved. 14 And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come. 2 Matthew 24:12-14 (KJV)
A. What a wonderful assurance being saved.
1 John 5:13 (KJV) These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God: that ye may know that ye have eternal life and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God." 4
Romans 8:16 (KJV) The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: 5
6 B. To whom is this salvation offered? Find more maps at slidescarnival.com/extra-free-resources-icons-and-maps
THOSE THAT KEEP (ENDURE) THEIR FAITH SHALL BE SAVED! It is offered to 👉 ALL who come , call and receive from the Lord. 7
John 6:37 (KJV) All that the Father giveth me shall come to me; and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out. 8
Romans 10:13 (KJV) For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. 9
Matthew 7:7-8 (KJV) 7 Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: 8 For every one that asketh receiveth ; and he that seeketh findeth ; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened. 10
C. The Benefits of Assurance 11
1 John 4:17 (KJV) Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgment: because as he is, so are we in this world. 12
1 John 4:18 (KJV) There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love. 13
True assurance produces genuine humility and overflowing gratitude (Col 2:6-7). False assurance produces spiritual pride
True assurance leads to increased diligence in pursuing holiness (Ps 51:12-19). False assurance leads to laziness, self-indulgence, and lack of caution concerning sin.
True assurance leads to transparency before God and self-examination—a desire to be searched and corrected by God (Ps 139:23-24).
True assurance seeks after intimacy with God and makes it a priority to abide in Christ (Jn 15:1-10).
Matthew 24:12-14 (KJV) 12 And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. 13 But he that shall endure unto the end , the same shall be saved. 14 And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come. 18
D . He did not say “if you succeed” but “if you will endure.” 19
Philippians 3:14 (KJV) I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. 20
21 On that Last Day God will not ask you, how much? How big? How great?
He will ask only How Faithful? 1. Faithfulness is God's measuring stick. 2. Faithfulness is greatest with God. 22
KNOWING THAT WE HAVE ASSURANCE IN CHRIST, WHAT DO WE DO ?