1 John Chapter 3 Flashcards

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Who has the father bestowed love on?

The sons, or children, of God

When will it be revealed what we should be?

When He appears

What is an attribute of God?

Pure

What is sin?

Law or Lawlessness Signup and view all the answers

What was He manifested to do?

Take away our sins Signup and view all the answers

Who abides in Him?

The person who sees Him Signup and view all the answers

What is he who practices righteousness?

Righteous Signup and view all the answers

Who has sinned from the beginning?

The devil Signup and view all the answers

Who cannot sin?

Born of God Signup and view all the answers

Who does not practice righteousness and is not of God?

Children of the devil Signup and view all the answers

What message have we heard from the beginning?

Love one another Signup and view all the answers

Who was wicked and murdered his brother?

Cain Signup and view all the answers

What should we not marvel at of the world?

Hate Signup and view all the answers

What happens to those who do not love His brother?

Death Signup and view all the answers

What is a person who hates his brother?

Murderer Signup and view all the answers

What did he do out of love for us?

Lay down Signup and view all the answers

What is shared with others by those who abide in the love of God?

World's goods Signup and view all the answers

We should love the world in deed or truth, not in word or in __________.

tongue Signup and view all the answers

What shall we assure before Him if we are of the truth?

Heart Signup and view all the answers

IF our heart condemns us, then God is __________ than our heart.

Greater Signup and view all the answers

What do we have toward God if our heart does not condemn us?

Confidence Signup and view all the answers

What should we keep that is pleasing in His sight?

His commandments Signup and view all the answers

What does command us to do on the name of Jesus?

Believe on the name of His Son Jesus Christ Signup and view all the answers

Who did God give us because He abides in us?

Spirit (Holy Spirit) Signup and view all the answers

According to 1 John 3:1, what characteristic of God is shown when He calls us sons of God?

Love Signup and view all the answers

What did God's love do, according to John 3:16?

Gave his only begotten son Signup and view all the answers

Who can call themselves children of God, according to John 1:12?

Those who received him Signup and view all the answers

According to Romans 8:14-15, what do you learn about the sons of God?

Led by the Spirit of God Signup and view all the answers

What are the children of God called in Ephesians 5:8?

Children of light Signup and view all the answers

In 1 John 3:6 and 3:9, who do not the sons of God practice sin?

They abide in Him; they are born of God Signup and view all the answers

In 1 John 3:10, what are two characteristics of the children of God?

Practice righteousness; love his brother Signup and view all the answers

What have the children of God done, according to 1 John 2:13-14?

Known the Father Signup and view all the answers

According to 1 John 3:4, what is another word that defines practicing sin?

Lawlessness Signup and view all the answers

According to 1 John 3:8, what was a reason Jesus came to earth?

Destroy the works of the devil Signup and view all the answers

According to 1 John 3:9, who does not have the seed of God?

Those not born of God Signup and view all the answers

According to 1 John 3:10, what two things describe children of the devil?

Does not practice righteousness; does not love his brother Signup and view all the answers

According to 1 John 3:12, who is given as an example of the evil one?

Cain Signup and view all the answers

According to 1 John 3:15, what is the person who hates his brother called?

Murderer Signup and view all the answers

What passage did we study about Cain and the first family?

Genesis 4:1-16 Signup and view all the answers

Who were Cain's parents?

Adam and Eve Signup and view all the answers

Who was Cain's brother?

Able Signup and view all the answers

What was Cain's job?

Tiller of the ground Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Love and Identity

God bestows love on His children, highlighting the deep relationship between the Father and believers.
Our true nature will be revealed when Christ appears, emphasizing the hope of transformation.
God is characterized by purity, foundational to His nature and expectations for His followers.

Sin and Righteousness

Sin is defined as lawlessness, indicating a breach of God's laws and moral standards.
Jesus was manifested to eliminate our sins, showcasing His role as the savior.
Righteousness is practiced by those who abide in Christ, marking a clear distinction between children of God and others.

Spiritual Family

The devil is identified as the source of sin from the beginning, emphasizing the spiritual battle.
True believers, born of God, cannot continue in sin, indicating a transformative inner change.
Children of the devil are those who do not practice righteousness or love their brothers, demonstrating the importance of actions in faith.

The Importance of Love

The core message from the beginning is to love one another, foundational to Christian living.
Cain is presented as a negative example for his actions against his brother, illustrating the dangers of hatred.
Hatred towards fellow believers is equated to murder, showcasing the serious nature of relational sin.

Confidence Before God

Love is the basis for our relationship with God, marking us as His sons and daughters.
Authentic love is expressed through actions, not merely words or empty gestures.
Assurance of our standing with God depends on our alignment with truth, particularly in matters of the heart.

Obedience and Commandments

Keeping God's commandments is crucial for pleasing Him and reflecting our faith.
Believing in Jesus Christ is central to the Christian faith and identity as children of God.
The Holy Spirit is bestowed upon believers, affirming God’s presence within His children.

Spiritual Characteristics

Children of God are characterized by their ability to recognize their identity and practice righteousness.
The connection between knowing God and living righteously is emphasized, highlighting the active nature of faith.
The seed of God signifies the transformative power given to believers, distinguishing them from the unregenerate.

Lessons from Cain

Cain serves as a warning for potential destructive behaviors arising from jealousy and anger.
Understanding Cain’s actions helps contextualize the seriousness of hatred within the Christian community.
Biblical references to Cain and Abel provide foundational lessons for familial relationships and morality.

Additional Context

The concept of being led by the Spirit is crucial for understanding how the children of God operate in the world.
Believers are referred to as children of light, indicating their calling to live in a way that reflects God's character.
Collectively, these truths frame the Christian call to love, righteousness, and communal integrity.

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Test your knowledge of 1 John Chapter 3 with these flashcards. Each card features a question about the scripture along with its corresponding answer, helping you understand key concepts and attributes of God found in this chapter. Perfect for memorization and deeper biblical study.