By Johnny Stringer John says, “He that committeth sin is of the devil” (v. 8). Like the verbs used in verse 6 and discussed in article no. 2, the verb used here denotes habitual action. Hence, John has reference, not to one who commits an occasional act of sin and then penitently seeks God’s pardon, but …
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By Karl Diestelkamp Third John sets forth a vivid contrast in the obedience, behavior and response of two men, Gaius and Diotrophes, to apostolic instruction. Diotrophes presents an obstinate and negative influence in reference to assisting those in need who preached the gospel. On the other hand, Gaius had become one of the “fellow-helpers to the …
By Ron Halbrook 1, 2, and 3 John are a cluster of spiritual diamonds small in size but full of value and beauty. The second letter consists of a salutation (vv. 1-3), counsel and warning (vv. 4-11), and a conclusion (vv. 12-13). Truth, love, obedience, and the teaching of Christ are presented in perfect union. If …
By Hoyt H. Houchen Faith is the need of the hour. From the pen of John we read, “For whatsoever is begotten of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that hath overcome the world, even our faith” (1 Jn. 5:4). In a world of doubt and unbelief, a world of atheism, infidelity, and …
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