Anyone can say they know Jesus. The question is whether their life backs it up. In week three of the "Proof of Life" series through 1 John, Pastor Justin Sturgeon takes on John's blunt claim: if you say you know God but don't keep His commands, you're lying. Drawing from 1 John 2:3–11, this message at First Christian Church of The Dalles walks through the obedience test and the love test — two lines John draws in the sand to help us tell genuine faith from religious performance. Pastor Justin tackles self-deception head-on, exposing the gap most of us would rather not see between what we say and how we actually live. But this isn't a guilt trip — it's an invitation. The grace of Jesus is for real disciples who keep walking in the light, not for people who weaponize cheap talk to avoid real change. If you've ever wondered whether your faith is producing fruit or just words, this sermon is for you. If this message encouraged you, please like, subscribe, and share. Visit fcctd.org to learn more about FCC — we'd love to have you with us this Sunday, in person or online.