In the previous post, John warned the Christians in the church about deceivers in their midst. But who was he talking about? Open a Bible or read online in 2nd John verses 10-11 to see how John describes them. Some scholars believe that he is talking about itinerant teachers who believed false doctrine. There wereContinue reading “How to love deceivers and other difficult people – 2nd John, Part 5”
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How to respond to deceivers in a church – 2nd John, Part 4
How much should Christians interact with the secular world? I live in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, which is known for our Amish community, a Christian sect that practices a form of separation from the world. As I type this, I can look out my kitchen window and see my Amish neighbors wearing their traditional clothing and ridingContinue reading “How to respond to deceivers in a church – 2nd John, Part 4”
How Jesus redefines “love” and “truth” – 2nd John, Part 2
In the previous post I introduced the ancient biblical letter of 2nd John by looking at some ways that people express themselves when they are in love. Behind it all is the question, “What is love?” Though it is such a commonly used word and concept, is it possible that we might not understand it?Continue reading “How Jesus redefines “love” and “truth” – 2nd John, Part 2″
When you’re crazy in love – 2nd John, Part 1
Oh the crazy, creative, wild things we’ll do for love. Have you ever been bonkers in love and did something like that for the one you love? I recently heard the story of a guy who made a necklace for his girlfriend. He carved a small pear shape out of wood, and placed a littleContinue reading “When you’re crazy in love – 2nd John, Part 1”