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1 John

By kylan | Published: May 15, 2011

This spring, Kristen and I developed and led a bible study on the book of 1 John. It was a good experience, and we learned a lot. It’s amazing how much truth is packed into every single sentence of His Word. 1 John 1:1-10 1 John 2:1-14 1 John 2:15-27 1 John 2:28-3:10 1 John [...]

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1 John 5:13-21

By kylan | Published: May 15, 2011

Observation Summarize the general ideas. Identify words or phrases that stand out in the passage. Interpretation What things has the author said to give us confidence in our salvation? (v. 13) Why do these believers need to be continually assured of their salvation? (vs. 13, 19) 1 John 1:2-3 John 17:3 What does it mean [...]

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1 John 5:1-12

By kylan | Published: May 6, 2011

Observation Summarize the general ideas. Identify words or phrases that stand out in the passage. Interpretation What does it mean that Jesus is born of God? (v. 1) Didn’t he exist from the beginning? John 8:58, John 1:1 1 John 4:9, John 3:16, Nicene Creed “begotten, not made” How does this contradict the claim that [...]

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1 John 4:7-21

By kylan | Published: April 21, 2011

Ice Breaker How do you know when you’ve found “The One”? Observation Summarize the general ideas. Identify words or phrases that stand out in the passage. Interpretation Who is the author addressing here by saying “dear friends” or “beloved”? Leviticus 19:18 Matthew 5:43-44 What is the significance of the statement “God is love.” (v. 8, [...]

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