U6 L10 The Message: Second John Flashcards
How old was John when he wrote 2 John?
90 years old
John was the only Apostle alive during which century?
last decade of 1st century
What is one theory about the identity of the elect lady?
-congregation of God’s people who John enjoyed a close ministry
The congregation of God’s people is describes in 2 John verse 1 as those whom he loves in what?
truth
2 John was addressed to God’s ‘children’, who could this be?
members of the church
What was the reason for 2 John letter?
- John rejoicing they were still walking in truth
- remined them to love one another
- warn them of deceivers in world
John admonishes the ‘lady’ to not do what?
- invite those who carry false teaching into her house
- wish him Godspeed
What does the greeting ‘Godspeed’ mean?
Peace be to thee, usual salutation among friends
What are the two reasons 2 John is so short?
- John in poor health and length writing tired him
- hoped for personal encounter with them soon
How was John’s health during writing 2 John?
poor
Who was 2 John written to?
elect lady
What is the theme of 2 John?
Truth and Love