The Second Epistle of John stresses the meaning of truth which refers to Jesus Christ being the Son of God. The letter is to a noble Christian matron, and her children; it is well that the gospel should get among such: some noble persons are called. But if anyone does sin, we have an … 3 And hereby we do know that we know him, if we keep his commandments. The way to gain the full reward is, to abide true to Christ, and constant in religion to the end. Let us not think it strange, that there are deceivers and opposers of the Lord Christ's name and dignity now, for there were such, even in the apostles' times. 2 John 1:5 And now I urge you, dear lady--not as a new commandment to you, but one we have had from the beginning--that we love one another. Tests of true knowledge, the first love 1 John Chapter 2 1 John 2:1 "My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. This epistle is like an abridgement of the first; it touches, in few words, on the same points. Yet it is more than a re-statement. mine hour is not yet come. In communion with them we find much of our present joy, and look forward to happiness for ever.Commentary by Matthew Henry, 1710. because of the truth, which lives in us and will be with us forever: Grace, mercy and peace from God the Father and from Jesus Christ, the Father’s Son, will be with us in truth and love. 9 Whosoever transgresseth, and abideth not in the doctrine of Christ, hath not God. The meaning of this phrase is debated, though it likely refers to the particular local church receiving the letter. 2 John 1:1-13—Read the Bible online or download free. (7-11) And concludes. This commandment of mutual Christian love, may be said to be a new one, in respect of its being declared by the Lord Christ; yet, as to the matter, it is old. Our walk is true, our converse right, when according to the word of God. (4-6) Cautions them against deceivers. Any such person is the deceiver and the antichrist. 2 John 1:1 "The elder unto the elect lady and her children, whom I love in the truth; and not I only, but also all they that have known the truth;" “The elder” is the aged apostle John, who according to ancient tradition lived into his nineties. The children of your sister, who is chosen by God, send their greetings. John 14:16 And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate to be with you forever--2 Peter 1:12 Therefore I will always remind you of these things, even though you know them and are established in the truth you now have. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica. 2 For the truth's sake, which dwelleth in us, and shall be with us for ever. a 2 He is expiation for our sins, and not for our sins only but for those of the whole world. Instead, I hope to visit you and talk with you face to face, so that our joy may be complete. The more deceivers and deceits abound, the more watchful the disciples must be. If anyone comes to you and does not bring this teaching, do not take them into your house or welcome them. CHAPTER 2. I ask that we love one another. 2. The same, that is, the Word who was God, existed before any act of creation, and in that existence was a person distinct from God. I say this because many deceivers, who do not acknowledge Jesus Christ as coming in the flesh, have gone out into the world. 2 John chapter 1 King James Version. 3 And when they wanted wine, the mother of Jesus saith unto him, They have no wine. 6 And this is love, that we walk after his commandments. 4 I rejoiced greatly that I found of thy children walking in truth, as we have received a commandment from the Father. And now, dear lady, I am not writing you a new command but one we have had from the beginning. 2JN 1:3 Grace be with you, mercy, and peace, from God the Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love. Sad it is, that splendid attainments in the school of Christ, should ever be lost. Peace, quietness of spirit, and a clear conscience, in assured reconciliation with God, together with all outward prosperity that is really for good: these are desired in truth and love.4-6 It is good to be trained to early religion; and children may be beloved for their parents' sake. This letter features only 13 verses. Anyone who runs ahead and does not continue in the teaching of Christ does not have God; whoever continues in the teaching has both the Father and the Son. It could mean that the people respected him as amature man. 2 John chapter 1 KJV (King James Version) 1 The elder unto the elect lady and her children, whom I love in the truth; and not I only, but also all they that have known the truth;. But if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. Christ and His Commandments. (2) The same was.--This is a summary in one clause of the three assertions made in the first verse. The New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures is published by Jehovah’s Witnesses. It has given me great joy to find some of your children walking in the truth, just as the Father commanded us. And if any man sin, we have an 2 The same was in the beginning with God. 2 John Chapter 1. NIV®. 2 And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world. 4 I rejoiced greatly that I found of thy children walking in truth, as we have received a commandment from the Father. 1 John 1-2 New International Version (NIV) The Incarnation of the Word of Life. 1 The elder unto the elect lady and her children, whom I love in the truth; and not I only, but also all they that have known the truth; 2 For the truth's sake, which dwelleth in us, and shall be with us for ever. Those who love truth and piety in themselves, should love it in others; and the Christians loved this lady, not for her rank, but for her holiness. Chapter 1 + Text Size — 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. But chiefly the apostle beseeches her to practise the great commandment of Christian love and charity. (7-11) And concludes. Here is a summary and commentary on First John chapter two. The elder, To the lady chosen by God and to her children, whom I love in the truth—and not I only, but also all who know the truth—. 2 John 1 1 The elder, To the lady chosen by God and to her children, whom I love in the truth—and not I only, but also all who know the truth— 2 because of the truth, which lives in us and will be with us forever: 3 Grace, mercy and peace from God the Father and from Jesus Christ, the Father’s Son, will be with us in truth and love. 7 For many deceivers are entered into the world, who confess not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh. 1 My children, * I am writing this to you so that you may not commit sin. Such a one is a deceiver and an antichrist; he deludes souls, and undermines the glory and kingdom of the Lord Christ. 2JN 1:4 I rejoiced greatly that I found of thy children walking in truth, as we have received a commandment from the Father. 3 Grace be with you, mercy, and peace, from God the Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love. 1 John 2:10 The Greek word for brother and sister (adelphos) refers here to a believer, whether man or woman, as part of God’s family; also in 3:10; 4:20, 21. Second John is the shortest book in the Bible and has one chapter. But if anyone does sin, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous one. [1] "The ancient": That is, the ancient bishop St. John, being the only one of the twelve apostles then living. (1-3) Express his joy in their faith and love. And where religion truly dwells, it will abide for ever. In describing Jesus, the prologue states that Jesus has always existed (John 1:2), and has always been identical to God (John 1:1, John 1:3). 2 John Chapter 1 warns of following false prophets and associating with people who do not believe in the Scripture as the holy word of God. All rights reserved worldwide. The book begins with a brief introduction in 2 John 1:1–3 to "the elect lady and her children." «1 John 2 John 3 John» 1 » All Chapter 1. In contrast to (1 John 1:1), where John used a similar phrase (from the beginning), to refer to the starting point of Jesus’ ministry and gospel preaching, this phrase parallels (Genesis 1:1), where the same phrase is used. Some interpreters see the lady not as an individual but as a symbol of the church as a whole or of a local body of believers. All rights reserved. 1 John 2:15 Or world, the Father’s love; 1 John 2:20 Some manuscripts and you know all things; Cross references. And old disciple is honourable; an old apostle and leader of disciples is more so. (12,13) Commentary on 2 John 1:1-3 (Read 2 John 1:1-3) Religion turns compliments into real expressions of respect and love. Yet in obeying this command, we must show kindness and a good spirit to those who differ from us in lesser matters, but hold firmly the all-important doctrines of Christ's person, atonement, and holy salvation.12,13 The apostle refers many things to a personal meeting. May God bless such families more and more, and raise up many to copy their example. We'll send you an email with steps on how to reset your password. 10 If there come any unto you, and bring not this doctrine, receive him not into your house, neither bid him God speed: 11 For he that biddeth him God speed is partaker of his evil deeds. Please enter your email address associated with your Salem All-Pass account, then click Continue. Chapter Contents. Mercy, free pardon, and forgiveness; for those already rich in grace, need continual forgiveness. 1 John 1:1,2 That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, of the Word of life; … 1 John 5:7 For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one. He that abideth in the doctrine of Christ, he hath both the Father and the Son. 2 For the truth's sake, which dwelleth in us, and shall be with us for ever.. 3 Grace be with you, mercy, and peace, from God the Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love. But the writer was an *elder overall the churches in a large area.Much of this letter is like John’s first letter. 2 John 1:13 The children of your elect sister send you greetings. (12,13)1-3 Religion turns compliments into real expressions of respect and love. What does 2 John chapter 1 mean? And yet, since He came in physical form, He was subject to all of the physical struggles of a human man (John 1:14). There are three ways that we can use the word ‘*elder’. 2 John 1:3 Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and from Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, will be with us in truth and love. 12 Having many things to write unto you, I would not write with paper and ink: but I trust to come unto you, and speak face to face, that our joy may be full. Families are to be encouraged and directed in their love and duties at home. As you have heard from the beginning, his command is that you walk in love. 1 And the third day there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee; and the mother of Jesus was there: 2 And both Jesus was called, and his disciples, to the marriage. How pleasing the contrast to numbers who spread irreligion, infidelity, and vice, among their children! with. The changing of water to wine is Jesus’ first public act in John, the inaugural “sign” … Continue reading "Commentary on John 2:1-11" John calls the lady in 2 John “the elect” because she believed in Jesus Christ and was therefore saved; she was a member of the universal Church. John Chapter 1 John 1:1 "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." 4 I reioyced greatly, that I found of thy children walking in trueth, as wee haue receiued a commaundement from the Father. Any who did not profess and preach the doctrine of Christ, respecting him as the Son of God, and salvation by him from guilt and sin, were not to be noticed and countenanced. Amen. John 1:18 He that follows the word of Christ has what. Proud member 1 That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked at and our hands have touched —this we proclaim concerning the Word of life. It gave great joy to the apostle to see children treading in their parents' steps, and likely in their turn to support the gospel. Each localchurch had its leaders who were the ‘elders’. Chapter. 2JN 1:2 For the truth's sake, which dwelleth in us, and shall be with us for ever. The Word Became Flesh 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. Firm cleaving to Christian truth unites us to Christ, and thereby to the Father also; for they are one. The apostle here salutes an honourable matron and her children ().Recommends to them faith and love (v. 5, v. 6).Warns them of deceivers (), and to take heed to themselves ().Teaches how to treat those who bring not the doctrine of Christ (v. 10, v. 11).And, referring other things to personal discourse, concludes the epistle (v. 12, v. 13). 2 For the trueths sake which dwelleth in vs, and shalbe with vs for euer: 3 Grace bee with you, mercie, and peace from God the Father, and from the Lord Iesus Christ, the Sonne of the Father in trueth and loue. 2 John 1 1 The elder, To the lady chosen by God and to her children, whom I love in the truth—and not I only, but also all who know the truth— 2 because of the truth, which lives in us and will be with us forever: 3 Grace, mercy and peace from God the Father and from … 13 The children of thy elect sister greet thee. Anyone who welcomes them shares in their wicked work. I have much to write to you, but I do not want to use paper and ink. Scripture quoted by permission. 4 He that saith, I know him, and keepeth not his commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him. Quotations designated (NIV) are from THE HOLY BIBLE: NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. 3 Grace be with you, mercy, and peace, from God the Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love. The foresight of the decay of this love, as well as of other apostacies, or fallings away, might engage the apostle to urge this duty, and this command, frequently and earnestly.7-11 The deceiver and his deceit are described: he brings some error concerning the person or office of the Lord Jesus. Article Images Copyright © 2021 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. 1 The elder unto the elect lady and her children, whom I love in the truth; and not I only, but also all they that have known the truth; 2 For the truth's sake, which dwelleth in us, and shall be with us for ever. (, California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. The structure of John 2:1-11 is typical of a miracle story: the setting is established (verses 1-2), a need arises (verses 3-5), a miracle addresses that need (verses 6-8), and there is a response to that miracle (verses 9-11). 2 John – Walking In the Truth “This epistle is more remarkable for the spirit of Christian love which it breathes than for anything else. 1 My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. We have arrived at the thought that the Word was one in nature with God. Copyright © 2021, Bible Study Tools. (4-6) Cautions them against deceivers. Pen and ink were means of strengthening and comforting others; but to see each other is more so. b 3 The way we may be sure * that we know him is to keep his commandments. The apostle salutes the elect lady and her children. The strategic difference is that while 1 John has no specific individual or church specified to whom it was addressed, 2 John has a local group or house-church in mind (verse 1). of 8 Look to yourselves, that we lose not those things which we have wrought, but that we receive a full reward. It could meanthat the person was old. From the Divine Persons of the Godhead, the apostle craves grace, Divine favour, and good-will, the spring of all good things. 4 Jesus saith unto her, Woman, what have I to do with thee? This is the commandment, That, as ye have heard from the beginning, ye should walk in it. 5 And now I beseech thee, lady, not as though I wrote a new commandment unto thee, but that which we had from the beginning, that we love one another. The Apostle John begins with the purpose of writing this letter by stating, “I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. Let us equally disregard such as abide not in the doctrine of Christ, and those who transgress his commands. And this is love to our own souls, that we obey the Divine commands. This is a deceiver and an antichrist. 2 He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world. 1 John 2:1-2 Christ our Advocate. - The apostle salutes the elect lady and her children. It is grace indeed that any spiritual blessing should be given to sinful mortals. The Lady Electa is commended for her virtuous and religious education of her children; is exhorted to abide in the doctrine of Christ, to persevere in the truth, and carefully to avoid the delusions of false teachers. Salem Media Group. At the start of the letter, the writer calls himself the‘*elder’. The communion of saints should be maintained by all methods; and should tend to mutual joy. Cancel {{#items}} {{/items}} 1 John 2. (1-3) Express his joy in their faith and love. 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