The Vineyard Church
Pastor Mark Pope
April 17/18, 2021
Thought:
Consider a time you experience significant disappointment.
Matthew 7:21-23 NIV
Matthew 7:13-14 NIV
Matthew 25:41 NIV
Definition:
Universalism-the belief that all humankind will eventually be saved.
1 Corinthians 6:9-11 NIV
Main Point #1
A heavenly entrance requires...
Effort in matters of holiness.
Subpoint:
When Jesus brings salvation to a life, there is always a lifestyle change.
Romans 6:1-2 NIV
Acts 19:17-19 NIV
Πράσσω Verb (pras'-so)
to do, practice, the active process in performing. i.e. a routine or habit
Question:
Have I ever taken my sinful practices seriously?
Matthew 4:1 NIV
Question:
Am I taking my sinful practices seriously now?
Main Point #2
A heavenly entrance requires...
Emphasis on the work of Jesus.
ἀπολούω(ap-ol-oo'-o) an entire washing and complete removal of sin.
ἁγιάζω (hag-ee-ad'-zo) Make holy, hallowed and pure.
Δικαιόω(dik-ah-yo'-o) make/declare righteous (innocent)
Philippians 3:8-9 NIV
Subpoint:
When it comes to my heavenly entrance, the question is, "Have I been washed?"