Moe Bergeron

The heart of the Christian life is believing that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. From this faith flows love for God, love for His children, and the power to overcome the world.

Scripture
“Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has become a child of God. And everyone who loves the Father loves his children, too. We know we love God’s children if we love God and obey his commandments. Loving God means keeping his commandments, and his commandments are not burdensome. For every child of God defeats this evil world, and we achieve this victory through our faith. And who can win this battle against the world? Only those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God.” — 1 John 5:1–5 (NLT)

Reflection
Faith in Jesus is not just mental agreement—it is the doorway into God’s family. Believing in Him makes us His children, and love for the Father naturally extends to His other children. John links love and obedience closely: to love God is to obey His commands. Yet far from being heavy, God’s commands are life-giving, because they flow from His love and are empowered by His Spirit.

John also reminds us that faith is the key to victory. The world with its temptations, doubts, and opposition may seem overwhelming, but those who trust in Christ overcome it. This victory is not won by our strength but through believing in the Son of God. As Jesus said, “Take heart, because I have overcome the world” (John 16:33, NLT).

Application
Hold fast to your confession of faith: Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. Let this faith shape your love for others and your obedience to God’s Word. When the world feels heavy, remember that victory is already yours through Christ. Walk in that confidence today.

References
“For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith.” — 1 John 5:4 (NIV)

Prayer
Lord Jesus, thank You that by believing in You I have been made a child of God. Strengthen my love for the Father and for my brothers and sisters in Christ. Help me to walk in obedience, not as a burden but as a joy. Remind me that in You I already have victory over the world. Amen.