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II John 1:2

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because of the truth that abides in us and will be with us forever:

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Jamieson-Fausset-Brownv. 2

For the truth's sake--joined with "I love," Jo2 1:1. "They who love in the truth, also love on account of the truth." dwelleth in us, and shall be with us for ever--in consonance with Christ's promise.

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Matthew Henry Bible Commentaryv. 2

The apostle here salutes an honourable matron and her children (Jo2 1:1-3). Recommends to them faith and love (Jo2 1:5, Jo2 1:6). Warns them of deceivers (Jo2 1:7), and to take heed to themselves (Jo2 1:8). Teaches how to treat those who bring not the doctrine of Christ (Jo2 1:10, Jo2 1:11). And, referring other things to personal discourse, concludes the epistle (Jo2 1:12, Jo2 1:13).

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Tyndale Open Study Notesv. 2

1:2 Christian love is rooted in knowing the truth. The truth that lives in us is more than just facts or doctrine; it is the presence of God (see John 14:15-17), who will be with us forever.

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Strong's Concordancev. 2

διά (diá, G1223) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional) ἀλήθεια (alḗtheia, G225) — truth ὁ (ho, G3588) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) μένω (ménō, G3306) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy) ἐν (en, G1722) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc. ἡμῖν (hēmîn, G2254) — to (or for, with, by) us καί (kaí, G2532) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other… ἔσομαι (ésomai, G2071) — will be μετά (metá, G3326) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according… ἡμῶν (hēmōn, G2257) — of (or from) us εἰς (eis, G1519) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively)… αἰών (aiṓn, G165) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world;…

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I John 1:8rank 6

If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.

I John 2:14rank 6

I have written to you, fathers, because you know Him who is from the beginning. I have written to you, young men, because you are strong, and the word of God abides in you, and you have overcome the evil one.

I John 2:17rank 6

The world is passing away, along with its desires; but whoever does the will of God remains forever.

II Peter 1:12rank 5

Therefore I will always remind you of these things, even though you know them and are established in the truth you now have.

Colossians 3:16rank 5

Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.

John 15:7rank 5

If you remain in Me and My words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.

II Timothy 1:5rank 4

I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am convinced is in you as well.

II Corinthians 4:5rank 3

For we do not proclaim ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake.

I Corinthians 9:23rank 3

I do all this for the sake of the gospel, so that I may share in its blessings.

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