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Abiding in the Truth (v. 7-11) John becomes polemical in this section, for he must be faithful to both the positive and the negative aspects of his message. His goal is to keep believers steadfast, not even to evangelize the false teachers, but simply to keep God’s people watching for error. False teachings and false […]

The Purpose and Content of 2 John John’s purpose is to exhort his readers (the elect lady, her children, and perhaps an assembly that met at her home) to “walk in truth, just as we have received commandment.” This truth cannot be separated from Christian love. Love is based on truth; truth spawns love. Without […]