The Gift of Eternal Life

Lady of Light

Interestingly, the salutation of 1 John reveals a considerable amount about God, His Word and the gift of eternal life. Although we know about these things, it is good to see them expressed so well in the bible:

"That which was from the beginning which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled of the Word of life:
For the life was manifested, and we have seen it, and bear witness, and show unto you that eternal life, which was with the Father, and was manifested unto us; that which we have seen and heard declare we unto you, that ye also may have fellowship with us; and truly our fellowship is with the Father and his Son Jesus Christ;" (1 John 1-3)

Oftentimes, we hear the Word of God, God, the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ spoken of but as we read these passages we can see that this is all included in the introduction to 1 John. Unlike us, in the first verse, John insisted that the gospel was based on the evidence of his physical senses - he had heard, seen and touched Jesus.

While we haven't had John's experience, we can be grateful that he has recorded it and shared it with us and I would encourage you to share the gospel and your relationship with Jesus with others too. I am so grateful for my salvation and my relationship with him, as he has changed me, the meaning of my life and the purposes in my life by his living truth.

May God bless you as you meditate on these thoughts and share your blessings with others.

Have a great day!

Lady of Light