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Remain in the Teaching of Christ
The greatest danger to the church is not always persecution from outside but deception from within. John warns that those who run ahead without Christ’s teaching lose everything, but those who remain in Him have both the Father and the Son. Scripture“Anyone who wanders away from this teaching has no…
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Walking in the Truth
The Christian life is not measured by words alone but by walking in the truth. John writes with joy as he hears of believers living faithfully, reminding us that truth and love always go hand in hand. Scripture“How happy I was to meet some of your children and find them…
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Confidence in Prayer and Protection
John closes his letter by assuring believers that eternal life in Christ brings confidence—not only in salvation but also in prayer and in God’s protection from evil. Scripture“And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him. And since we know he hears us…
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The Testimony of God
Our faith does not rest on human opinion but on the testimony of God Himself. He has borne witness to His Son, and in believing that testimony, we receive the gift of eternal life. Scripture“Since we believe human testimony, surely we can believe the greater testimony that comes from God.…
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Faith in the Son of God
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…
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Perfect Love Casts Out Fear
Fear often grips our hearts when we forget who God is and what He has done for us. But John reminds us that God’s love, made perfect in Christ, drives out fear and gives us confidence in His presence. Scripture“And as we live in God, our love grows more perfect.…
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The Crucified Conquering King of the Jews!
Dear saints in Christ, be exceedingly glad, for our Saviour has triumphed over all His enemies in His own death on the cross! This brief work will explore some of the rich Passover Exodus patterns, imagery, and themes that the apostles used when they wrote their record of the crucifixion…
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God Is Love
At the center of the Christian message is this simple yet profound truth: God is love. His love was revealed most clearly in the sending of His Son, not because we first loved Him, but because He loved us. Scripture“Anyone who loves is a child of God and knows God.…
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Testing the Spirits
Not every spiritual voice is from God. John reminds us to be discerning, testing what we hear against the truth of Christ. The Spirit of God always points to Jesus as Lord, while the spirit of deception denies Him. Scripture“Dear friends, do not believe everyone who claims to speak by…
