Questions and Answers
What are the ways that John said the Word of Life was witnessed?
According to John 1:1, how long had the Word of Life existed?
from the beginning
According to 1 John 1:2, where was the Word of Life before he came to earth?
with the Father
According to 1 John 1:3, with whom did John have fellowship?
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According to 1 John 1:3, who is the Son of God?
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According to 1 John 1:4, why did John write these things?
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According to 1 John 1:5, what was the message?
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According to 1 John 1:6, what are we if we say we have fellowship with God, but are walking in darkness?
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In 1 John 1:7, what two things happen when we walk in the light?
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In 1 John 1:7, what power does the blood of Christ have in this verse?
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In 1 John 1:8, how do we know if we are deceived and the truth is not in us?
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In 1 John 1:9, what two things happen if we confess our sins?
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In 1 John 1:9, what two characteristics do we learn about God the Father in this verse?
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In 1 John 1:10, what two things are true if we say we have not sinned?
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What is another word for adore?
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What does supplication mean?
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What are the four items in the list for 'how the Word of Life was experienced'?
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In 1 John 1:3, what are the three things that Jesus provides those who believe in Him?
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What is light compared to in 1 John 1:5?
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What is truth compared to in 1 John 1:6?
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What is the If-but-then-and for 1 John 1:6?
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What is the If-then-and for 1 John 1:7?
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What is the If-then-and for 1 John 1:8?
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What is the If-then God-and God for 1 John 1:9?
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What is the If-then-and for 1 John 1:10?
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What is a lie?
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What is evident after looking at the 'if then else' statements?
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What 5 things are the Word of Life according to verses 1&2?
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What does manifested mean?
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What does John 21:25 tell us about the Bible?
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What language was the Old Testament mostly written in?
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Study Notes
Witnessing the Word of Life
- John emphasized multiple ways of experiencing the Word of Life: Hearing, Seeing, and Touching.
- The Word of Life existed from the beginning, signifying eternal presence.
Pre-Earth Existence
- Before coming to earth, the Word of Life was with the Father, highlighting divine connection.
Fellowship and Joy
- John had fellowship with fellow believers, Jesus, and God, showcasing community in faith.
- The purpose of John's writings was to ensure that believers could have their joy made full.
Message of Light
- The essential message is that God is light, and there is no darkness in Him at all.
Dealing with Sin
- If claiming fellowship with God while walking in darkness, one is a liar and does not practice the truth.
- Walking in the light results in fellowship with one another and cleansing from sin through the blood of Jesus.
The Nature of Confession
- Acknowledging sin leads to two outcomes: cleansing from all unrighteousness and forgiveness of sins by God.
- God is characterized as faithful and forgiving.
Sin and Truth
- Claiming to be without sin indicates self-deception and absence of truth within.
Statements of Assurance
- The verses establish conditional truths, emphasizing the alignment between beliefs and actions.
- Various "if-then" propositions portray a coherent relationship between acknowledgment of sin, confession, and God's faithfulness.
Characteristics of the Word of Life
- The Word of Life is described in several key aspects: from the beginning, manifested, eternal life, with the Father, and manifested to us.
Meaning of Manifested
- "Manifested" derives from the Greek word phaneros, meaning to be apparent and recognizable.
The Biblical Narrative
- John 21:25 suggests that if God had chosen to, the volume of scripture could have been vast, but only 66 books were provided.
- The Old Testament was predominantly written in Hebrew, with two books composed in Aramaic.
Summary of Truth and Lies
- A lie is defined as a false statement intended to deceive, emphasizing the importance of integrity in belief and practice.
- Observations from 'if-then' statements emphasize that professed beliefs must align with one's actions.
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