Sermon PM 9/28/25 ”Eternal Life”

This sermon explores the nature of eternal life as defined in John 17:3, emphasizing that salvation comes through a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Pastor Joe Fant contrasts true faith with idolatry and false gospels, highlighting the importance of genuine knowledge of God that goes beyond mere intellectual understanding or moral reform. He stresses that this saving knowledge is a supernatural gift, initiated by God, and grows throughout a believer's life.

Key Points:

• Eternal life is defined as knowing the one true God and Jesus Christ
• Salvation comes through a relationship with God, not just knowledge about Him
• Idolatry in modern life can take many forms beyond physical idols
• True knowledge of God is relational, not just intellectual
• Salvation is initiated by God's grace, not human effort
• The Christian life is a process of growing in relationship with God

Scripture Reference:

• John 17:3 (primary focus)
• Romans 3:10-12
• Romans 8:7-8
• 2 Peter 3:18
• Psalm 17:15