Embracing the Gift: Jesus' Mission and Our Salvation

 

Summary

In this season of Advent, as we prepare our hearts for Christmas, we reflect on the profound reasons for Jesus' coming into the world. The angels heralded His birth as "good news of great joy for all people," and today, we delve into why this is so. In the Gospel of John, Jesus reveals that He came to do the will of the Father. This divine will is central to our understanding of His mission and our salvation.

The will of God, as Jesus articulates, is that He should lose nothing of all that the Father has given Him but raise it up on the last day. This speaks to the eternal security of believers. If you are a believer in Christ, you are a gift from the Father to the Son, and Jesus promises that He will not lose any part of you—not your soul, nor your body. This assurance is rooted in the resurrection, where Jesus will raise us up, restoring us completely.

Jesus' mission was not just to save our souls but to redeem every part of us. Our bodies, which age and decline, will be renewed and transformed into glorious bodies like His own resurrection body. This is the will of God—that every part of us will be redeemed and brought into His joyful presence forever.

The execution of God's will is accomplished through Jesus, who came down from heaven not to do His own will but the will of the Father. This divine plan is unbreakable, forming a "triangle of security" for believers: the Father gives us to Jesus, it is the Father's will that Jesus loses none of us, and Jesus is committed to fulfilling this will.

Finally, the invitation to eternal life is extended to everyone. It is the will of the Father that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in Him should have eternal life. This is an open invitation, regardless of past wanderings, sins, or religious backgrounds. The call is to believe in Jesus, and in doing so, the gift of eternal life becomes ours.

Key Takeaways:

- The will of God is that Jesus should lose nothing of all that the Father has given Him, ensuring the eternal security of believers. This includes the promise of resurrection and complete restoration of both soul and body. [06:13]

- Jesus' mission was to redeem every part of us, not just our souls. Our bodies, which experience decline, will be renewed and transformed into glorious bodies like His own resurrection body. [12:24]

- The "triangle of security" for believers is formed by the Father giving us to Jesus, the Father's will that Jesus loses none of us, and Jesus' commitment to fulfilling this will. This provides an unbreakable assurance of our salvation. [17:25]

- Eternal life is more than an unending existence; it is life in the presence of God, knowing and enjoying Him forever. This quality of life matches its eternal quantity, making it a true blessing. [24:22]

- The invitation to eternal life is open to everyone, regardless of past sins, wanderings, or religious backgrounds. Believing in Jesus is the key to receiving this gift, as it aligns with the irresistible will of the Father. [29:04]

Youtube Chapters:

- [00:00] - Welcome
- [00:12] - Introduction to the Advent Series
- [00:29] - Why Jesus Came
- [01:04] - Jesus Came to Do the Father's Will
- [02:22] - Understanding God's Will
- [03:59] - The Father's Gift to the Son
- [05:12] - Assurance of Believers
- [06:13] - Jesus Will Lose Nothing
- [09:37] - Resurrection and Restoration
- [12:24] - Complete Redemption
- [15:08] - Jesus' Mission and Commitment
- [17:25] - Triangle of Security
- [20:50] - How God's Will Becomes Ours
- [23:08] - The Gift of Eternal Life
- [26:29] - Open Invitation to All
- [29:19] - Closing Prayer

Study Guide

Bible Study Discussion Guide

Bible Reading:
- John 6:38-40
- Deuteronomy 29:29
- Revelation 7:9

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Observation Questions:

1. According to John 6:38-40, what is the will of the Father that Jesus came to fulfill? How does this passage describe the relationship between the Father, the Son, and believers? [01:31]

2. In the sermon, it was mentioned that Jesus promises not to lose any part of us, including our bodies. How does this relate to the concept of resurrection mentioned in John 6:39? [09:37]

3. What does the sermon say about the "triangle of security" for believers? How is this concept supported by John 6:37-38? [17:25]

4. How does the sermon describe the invitation to eternal life as being open to everyone, regardless of their past? What does John 6:40 say about this invitation? [29:04]

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Interpretation Questions:

1. What does it mean for believers to be a "gift from the Father to the Son," and how does this understanding impact one's view of their relationship with God? [05:28]

2. How does the promise of resurrection and complete restoration of both soul and body influence a believer's perspective on aging and physical decline? [12:24]

3. The sermon describes eternal life as more than just an unending existence. How does the quality of eternal life, as described in John 17:3, enhance the understanding of this gift? [24:22]

4. How does the concept of the "triangle of security" provide assurance to believers about their salvation? What role does each part of the triangle play in this assurance? [17:25]

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Application Questions:

1. Reflect on the idea that you are a gift from the Father to the Son. How does this change the way you view your identity and purpose in life? [05:28]

2. Considering the promise of resurrection and restoration, how can you find hope and encouragement in the face of physical challenges or aging? [12:24]

3. The sermon emphasizes the open invitation to eternal life. How can you share this message of hope with someone who feels excluded or unworthy of God's love? [29:04]

4. In what ways can you actively look to the Son and believe in Him daily, as described in John 6:40, to ensure that the gift of eternal life becomes a reality in your life? [26:29]

5. How does understanding the "triangle of security" affect your confidence in your salvation? Are there areas of doubt or fear that you need to surrender to God? [17:25]

6. Eternal life is described as knowing and enjoying God forever. What practical steps can you take to deepen your relationship with God and experience this quality of life now? [24:22]

7. Reflect on any past wanderings or sins that make you feel distant from God. How can you embrace the truth that the invitation to eternal life is open to everyone, including you? [29:04]

Devotional

Day 1: Eternal Security in Christ
The will of God is that Jesus should lose nothing of all that the Father has given Him, ensuring the eternal security of believers. This includes the promise of resurrection and complete restoration of both soul and body. Jesus' assurance to believers is rooted in the divine plan that He will not lose any part of those given to Him by the Father. This promise is not just about spiritual security but also encompasses the physical resurrection, where believers will be restored completely. The resurrection is a testament to God's unwavering commitment to His people, ensuring that every part of them is redeemed and brought into His presence. This eternal security is a profound comfort, reminding believers that their salvation is secure in Christ. [06:13]

John 6:39 (ESV): "And this is the will of him who sent me, that I should lose nothing of all that he has given me, but raise it up on the last day."

Reflection: In what ways can you find comfort in the assurance that Jesus will not lose any part of you, both spiritually and physically? How does this impact your daily walk with Him?


Day 2: Redemption of the Whole Person
Jesus' mission was to redeem every part of us, not just our souls. Our bodies, which experience decline, will be renewed and transformed into glorious bodies like His own resurrection body. This holistic redemption is central to the Christian hope, emphasizing that salvation is not merely spiritual but also physical. The promise of a renewed body reflects God's intention to restore creation to its original glory. Believers can look forward to a future where their bodies are free from pain, decay, and death, transformed to be like Christ's resurrection body. This transformation is a testament to God's power and love, ensuring that every aspect of our being is redeemed. [12:24]

Philippians 3:20-21 (ESV): "But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself."

Reflection: How does the promise of a transformed body influence your perspective on physical challenges or aging? What steps can you take to honor God with your body today?


Day 3: The Triangle of Security
The "triangle of security" for believers is formed by the Father giving us to Jesus, the Father's will that Jesus loses none of us, and Jesus' commitment to fulfilling this will. This provides an unbreakable assurance of our salvation. The divine plan is a collaborative effort between the Father and the Son, ensuring that believers are secure in their salvation. This triangle of security is a powerful image of God's commitment to His people, highlighting the unbreakable bond between the Father, the Son, and believers. It reassures Christians that their salvation is not dependent on their efforts but on the divine will and commitment of God. [17:25]

John 10:28-29 (ESV): "I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all, and no one is able to snatch them out of the Father's hand."

Reflection: Reflect on the "triangle of security" in your life. How does understanding this divine assurance change the way you approach your relationship with God?


Day 4: The Quality of Eternal Life
Eternal life is more than an unending existence; it is life in the presence of God, knowing and enjoying Him forever. This quality of life matches its eternal quantity, making it a true blessing. Eternal life is characterized by a deep, personal relationship with God, where believers experience His love, joy, and peace. It is not just about living forever but about living in the fullness of God's presence. This understanding of eternal life invites believers to seek a deeper relationship with God now, experiencing a foretaste of the eternal joy and peace that awaits them. [24:22]

John 17:3 (ESV): "And this is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent."

Reflection: How can you cultivate a deeper relationship with God today, experiencing the quality of eternal life in your daily walk?


Day 5: The Open Invitation
The invitation to eternal life is open to everyone, regardless of past sins, wanderings, or religious backgrounds. Believing in Jesus is the key to receiving this gift, as it aligns with the irresistible will of the Father. This open invitation reflects God's inclusive love, offering salvation to all who believe in Jesus. It is a call to embrace the grace and mercy of God, leaving behind past mistakes and entering into a new life with Christ. This invitation is a reminder that no one is beyond the reach of God's love and that salvation is available to all who turn to Him in faith. [29:04]

Isaiah 55:1 (ESV): "Come, everyone who thirsts, come to the waters; and he who has no money, come, buy and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without price."

Reflection: Who in your life needs to hear about the open invitation to eternal life? How can you share this message of hope and grace with them today?

Quotes


Now notice what Jesus says he makes this remarkable statement about the Father's will this is the will of him who sent me that I should lose nothing of all that he has given me but raise it up on the last day. You see what Jesus is saying the Father has given this vast company of people to me Jesus is saying these people come to me they look to me they trust me as their savior and as their Lord and I will never let them go this is the will of my Father. [06:56]

Now I want you to notice particularly what the Lord Jesus says here it is the Father's will that he should lose what answer nothing nothing now that is a very unusual expression you would expect Jesus to say here it is the Father's will that I should lose none of what he has given to me but raise them up on the last day after all that is what Jesus did say in John chapter 17 a little bit later in this wonderful gospel he says of the disciples I have guarded them and not one of them has been lost none of them has been lost. [06:51]

And what a marvelous truth this is that Jesus never loses any of his own and that is why can you picture this in the book of Hebrews in chapter 2 we're told that on the last day Jesus will stand in the presence of his Father with all of the vast company of the redeemed people can you imagine us all standing there along with millions and billions of other people gathered in the presence of the Lord and Jesus standing in front of us will say to the Father Father here I am and here are the children you have given to me they're all here and not one of them is missing. [07:39]

But what I want you to see in this verse that we're looking at today is that Jesus says something else he says this is the will of him who sent me that I should lose nothing of all that he has given me but raise it up on the last day do you see in John 17 Jesus is saying that none of his people will be lost but here in John chapter 6 it's as if he focuses in on you as an individual believer and he says no part of you will be lost. [08:24]

In John 17 Jesus says to the disciples I will save every one of you in John 6 Jesus says I will redeem every part of you I will lose nothing now what does that mean well Jesus is clearly referring to the resurrection of the body and that becomes clear when you look at what he says next I should lose nothing of all that he has given me but raise it up on the last day. [09:12]

Now when you die your soul will be separated from your body that's what death is it is the it's a it's our final undoing it it's the separating of what God has joined together it's the ultimate effect of the fall of humanity and of the entrance of sin into the world your soul is separated from your body now we know that for a believer to be away from the body is wonderfully to be at home with the Lord the body will be laid to rest and over time of course it will decay God said dust you are and to dust you will return. [09:46]

But what we see in these marvelous words of Jesus is that this is not the end for the body Jesus says to his disciples now you are the gift of the Father to me and I will not let any of you go but not only will I save each of you I will redeem every part of you I won't lose your soul and I won't lose your body I will lose nothing of all that the Father has given to me. [10:14]

Now friends this is the most marvelous promise over the years your body declines and those who are older don't need me rubbing this in uh particularly uh today but you you know what this is like you know your eyes need stronger glasses your hearing needs a little bit of assistance your aches and your pains increase your mobility isn't quite what it was and you keep saying oh I can't remember that person's name you know and and your mind begins to slow down and the more this happens the more you feel a sense of loss and the worst thing about it is you know it's not going to get better this is the beginning of your troubles but Jesus says this is the will of him who sent me that I should lose nothing of all that he has given me but raise it up on the last day brother sister the will of God is that every part of you will be redeemed. [11:21]

The mission of Jesus is more than saving your soul he came to bring you soul and body into the joyful presence of the Lord forever and forever and no part of you will be left behind here's what that means on the last day you're hearing you're seeing you're remembering you're running you're singing you're dancing it will all be wonderfully restored and it will be raised to a whole new level you have capacities you never had before and that will be in a strong and in a beautiful and in a healthy body that is modeled on the resurrection body of the Lord Jesus Christ himself and Jesus says this is the will of God wonderful this is the will of him who sent me that I should lose nothing of all that he has given to me but raise it up on the last day. [12:40]

And here I want us to look at verse 38 where Jesus says I have come down from heaven not to do my own will but the will of him who sent me now notice these wonderful words Jesus tells us something that no one else in all human history could ever have truly said he says I have come down from heaven the life of the Lord Jesus Christ did not begin in the manger before he ever laid in the arms of Mary he was at the right hand of God the Father in heaven and he says I've come down from heaven no prophet could ever have said that no religious teacher or leader could ever say that heaven was and is his home. [14:08]

But now why did he come down from heaven well he tells us not to do my own will but the will of him who sent me here's where I came into the world Jesus as I came to get the Father's will done here's why I came your will be done on earth as it is in heaven Jesus says this is why I came into the world I came to do the will of him who sent me see God has a plan God has a purpose God has a will and God gets his will done through Jesus Christ and Jesus says that is why I am here. [15:01]

Now if you put these things together and you can draw this on a piece of paper you have in these verses what I'd like to call the triangle of a believer's security why is it that Jesus will never cast you out why is that well here's the triangle of a believer's security from John 6 verse 37 and verse 38. the first side of the triangle the Father gave you to Jesus the Father gave you to Jesus second side of the triangle the will of the Father is that Jesus will lose nothing of what he's been given the Father gave you to Jesus the will of the Father is that Jesus will lose nothing of what he has been given and the third side of the triangle Jesus says I have come to do the will of the Father now if you put these three things together you have a triple lock security it's unbreakable this is the assurance that you have as a Christian believer. [16:19]

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