Day 360 (1 John 1-5) - Year 6
The Bible Recap
Deep Dive
What is the major theme of 1 John?
The major theme of 1 John is the identity of Jesus as both fully God and fully man, emphasizing that He is 100% God and 100% human, not a 50-50 split.
How does John address the issue of false teachers in 1 John?
John directly confronts false teachers by asserting that Jesus has always existed and is truly God, and that He was also truly human, as evidenced by the fact that the disciples saw and touched Him.
What does John say about the relationship between walking in the light and community?
John explains that walking in the light, which means living in truth and confessing sins, enriches unity and builds healthy community, while darkness, hiding, and lying hinder it.
What does John emphasize about the relationship between Jesus and sin?
John emphasizes that Jesus not only frees believers from the penalty of sin but also from the bondage to sin, granting them the freedom to walk in truth and obedience to God.
What does John say about the identity of believers?
John reminds believers that they are God's forgiven children, empowered by His strength and word to overcome evil, and calls them to live out their identity by loving Jesus and rejecting worldly things.
How does John describe the eternal nature of life with Jesus?
John contrasts the temporary nature of worldly offerings with the eternal life found in Jesus, quoting missionary martyr Jim Elliott: 'He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.'
What warning does John give about false messiahs?
John warns that false messiahs will arise, possibly even from within the church, and will deny Jesus' true identity, leading to division among believers.
What does John say about those who walk away from the faith?
John states that those who walk away from the faith were never truly part of it; they were in the visible church but not the invisible church, and their departure reveals their true nature.
What encouragement does John offer to those who remain in the faith?
John encourages believers by reminding them that the presence of the Holy Spirit in their lives is evidence that they know and follow the truth, and they will persevere despite false teachings.
What does John say about the transformation believers will experience when Jesus returns?
John explains that when Jesus returns, believers will be transformed and will receive new bodies like His resurrection body, living in the renewed heaven and earth rather than as disembodied spirits.
What is the significance of confessing Jesus as the Son of God according to John?
Confessing Jesus as the Son of God signifies unity with Him, which is evidence of His love and abiding presence, leading to perfected love and confidence in one's relationship with God.
What does John mean by saying believers have 'overcome the world'?
John means that believers have the power to resist sin and temptation, are no longer in bondage to sin, and can love like Jesus even in the face of contempt.
What are the three witnesses John offers to prove Jesus' identity?
John offers three witnesses: the Spirit, the water (referring to Jesus' baptism), and the blood (referring to His death and resurrection).
What is the purpose of John's writing in 1 John?
John writes to assure believers of their faith, helping them gain confidence in what they believe, who Jesus is, and their eternal life in Him.
What does John say about God's love in 1 John 4:10 and 4:19?
John describes God's love as a great pursuing love, initiated by the Father while humanity was still in rebellion, and states that believers love because God first loved them.
- Anonymous author, likely same as John's Gospel and 2 & 3 John
- Focus on Jesus' identity as fully God and fully human
- Addresses false teachers and their impact on the church
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