1 John Chapter 1 Flashcards

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What are the ways that John said the Word of Life was witnessed?

  • Hearing
  • Seeing
  • Touching
  • All of the above (correct)

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?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to 1 John 1:3, who is the Son of God?

<p>Jesus Christ</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to 1 John 1:4, why did John write these things?

<p>your joy may be full</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to 1 John 1:5, what was the message?

<p>God is light, and in Him is no darkness at all</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to 1 John 1:6, what are we if we say we have fellowship with God, but are walking in darkness?

<p>Liar (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 1 John 1:7, what two things happen when we walk in the light?

<p>Fellowship with one another; blood of Jesus cleanses us from sin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 1 John 1:7, what power does the blood of Christ have in this verse?

<p>cleanse sin</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 1 John 1:8, how do we know if we are deceived and the truth is not in us?

<p>if we say we have no sin</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 1 John 1:9, what two things happen if we confess our sins?

<p>cleansed from all unrighteousness; forgive us of our sins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 1 John 1:9, what two characteristics do we learn about God the Father in this verse?

<p>He is faithful and forgiving</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 1 John 1:10, what two things are true if we say we have not sinned?

<p>We make Him a liar; His word is not in us.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is another word for adore?

<p>Worship (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does supplication mean?

<p>request</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four items in the list for 'how the Word of Life was experienced'?

<p>Heard Him; Saw Him; Looked upon Him; Their hands handled Him;</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 1 John 1:3, what are the three things that Jesus provides those who believe in Him?

<p>Fellowship with us, Father, and Jesus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is light compared to in 1 John 1:5?

<p>darkness</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is truth compared to in 1 John 1:6?

<p>lying</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the If-but-then-and for 1 John 1:6?

<p>If we say we have fellowship with him, but walk in darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the If-then-and for 1 John 1:7?

<p>If we walk in the light, then we have fellowship with one another, and blood of Jesus cleanses us from sin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the If-then-and for 1 John 1:8?

<p>If we say we have no sin, then we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the If-then God-and God for 1 John 1:9?

<p>If we confess our sins, then God is faithful and just to forgive our sins and God cleanses us from all unrighteousness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the If-then-and for 1 John 1:10?

<p>If we say that we have not sinned then we make Him a liar and His Word is not in us.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a lie?

<p>a false statement with the intent to deceive</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is evident after looking at the 'if then else' statements?

<p>What we say must be supported by what we do</p> Signup and view all the answers

What 5 things are the Word of Life according to verses 1&2?

<p>1.From the beginning; 2.Manifested; 3.is the Eternal Life; 4.with the Father; 5.Manifested to us.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does manifested mean?

<p>Manifest is the Greek word phaneros meaning: apparent, evident, known; to be plainly recognized or known.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does John 21:25 tell us about the Bible?

<p>If God had wanted, he could have given us a library of books that would have overflowed the earth; Instead he gave us 66 books.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What language was the Old Testament mostly written in?

<p>Hebrew</p> Signup and view all the answers

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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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