You have to let go of the darkness to walk in the light 1 John 1–2:2 (NIV) 1 That which was from the Summary John returns to one of his favorite motifs: the contrast between light and darkness, and in Jobes continues, "Just as light and darkness cannot physically coexist in the same space, John uses this Dig Deeper   It's John's explanation of fellowship that's brought us to the first chapter of his first Today: 1 John 2

Logos.com 1 John 1–2:2 (NIV) 1 That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have John next introduces a new descriptor for Jesus. He is the life which appeared. This is what and who John testifies to.   Dig Deeper   John doesn't leave us wondering as to the purpose of his epistle. But John's letter is more than just a bland appeal for you to join his club, and the fellowship he offers

San Luis Obispo County, California 1 John 3:1–2 (NIV) 1   See what great love the Father has lavished Canons of Dordt Point 1 - God's Unconditional Election Point 2 - Limited Atonement Point 3 - Total Depravity let them be tempted beyond what they can bear, but with the temptation he also provides a way out (1 for you to see what great love the Father has given, as the modern translations render it, but what John So John here reminds you that every so often, you need stop, drop what you're doing, rid yourself of

Heartlight.org 1 John 3:7–10 (ESV) 7  Little children, let no one deceive you. John's point is simple. Behavior betrays being. A dog barks, a duck quacks. John certainly endorses the doctrine Peter laid out that the Canons echo. But John here issues a warning not to abuse this so-called spiritual teflon. Today: John 20

Bible.com 1 John 1–2:2 (NIV) 1 That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have Point 4 - Irresistible Grace Point 5 - Perseverance of the Saints Article 1: The Regenerate Not Entirely Now John jumps to the other end of the spectrum: those who claim to be without sin. you'll struggle with sin and temptation every moment of our lives, and to think you won't is to, as John Today: 1 John 3

New International Version Verse of the Day 1 John 1–2:2 (NIV) 1 That which was from the beginning, which Summary John's letter writing style differs from Paul & Peter's. As God's dearly beloved child, John wrote you this letter so that you would not sin. John simply means here that our Father has teknia all over the world. Today: 1 John 4

DailyVerses.net 1 John 4:8-10 (NIV) 8  Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. Canons of Dordt Point 1 - God's Unconditional Election 1 - God's right to condemn all people 2 - God In today's passage, John reminds us that that God is love . In John's poetic writing style, he often repeats concepts with a slight twist, and today he doesn't disappoint If you're just joining us, it's always good to keep your eye out for what are known as 'hina' clauses

John 4:13-16 (NIV) 13  This is how we know that we live in him and he in us: He has given us of his Spirit The Apostle John wants you to know that you live in Christ, and that Christ lives in you. Notice here that John doesn't want you to just feel this, or even just to intellectually understand it In other words, John, inspired by the Holy Spirit, wants you to experience this certain assurance in John anticipated your question.

You have continual access to the Father through Jesus, who is your advocate. 1 John 2:1-2 (NIV) My dear Summary John is the only writer in the Bible to use the word paraklētos , and this is the only time When John uses the word paraklētos in His gospel, the translators struggle with it because the meaning A LIGN YOUR LIFE WITH GOD'S WILL: Pray that, as John so simply puts it, "you will not sin;" A SK GOD Today: 1 Corinthians 10

Find true forgiveness through true confession. 1 John 1:8-10 (NIV) 8 If we claim to be without sin, we The Apostle John is quite clear in what we need to do to receive God’s grace.