2 John
How should God's children respond to those who attack the truth about Jesus Christ? Read 2 John and find out.
Start readingWhat makes 2 John special?
Second John reads like a letter with standard greetings and conclusions. It encourages Christ's followers to love each other and to obey the truth.
Why was 2 John written?
Besides encouraging the Lord's followers, the letter warns them about the liars and enemies of Christ who were claiming that Jesus Christ was not truly a human being. The writer says that the Lord's followers should not welcome these liars into their homes.
What's the story behind the scene?
The “special woman” (verse 1) and the “special sister” (verse 13) probably refer to two different groups of the Lord's followers rather than to two individuals. See also the Introductions to 1 John and 3 John.
How is 2 John constructed?
This short book in the style of a letter may be outlined in the following way:
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