Living in the Light of God's Love
1 John Lesson Two-1 John 2:1-11 You Are Walking in the Light of Love 1. Walk with Jesus pleading for you 2. Walk as Jesus walked 3. Walk with a new commandment: love, not hate
Introduction A woman living in a poor hollow of the Appalachians was deserted by her alcoholic husband. She struggled to make ends meet with five children. The winter wind whipped through the thin walls of her cabin. There was not enough food in the house. Then came a knock at the door. Elders from the church stood before her with arms full of groceries. Tears filled her eyes whenever she recalled that moment. She never forgot their act of love and kindness. When people in the church needed help with food or money, she was the first to volunteer her resources. What are some reasons why Christians work to show love to one another?
Studying God's Word Walk with Jesus pleading for you Read 1 John 2:1-2 1
My children, I write these things to you so that you will not sin. If anyone does sin, we have an Advocate before the Father: Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. 2 He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the whole world. 1. Why do you find the words “my children” comforting and soothing? (2:1; note how Jesus speaks in John 13:33.)
2. What was John's purpose for writing this letter? (2:1) How can we follow Jesus' example?
3. How does Paul's description of Jesus' work in Romans 8:34 help you understand these verses? (2:1,2)
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