1 John 2:22
Verse
Context
Beware of Antichrists
21I have not written to you because you lack knowledge of the truth, but because you have it, and because no lie comes from the truth.22Who is the liar, if it is not the one who denies that Jesus is the Christ? This is the antichrist, who denies the Father and the Son.23Whoever denies the Son does not have the Father, but whoever confesses the Son has the Father as well.
Sermons
Jon Couch
Zac Poonen
John Gill
David ServantJohn GillJohn GillSummary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Who is a liar but he that denieth that Jesus is the Christ? - Here we see some of the false doctrines which were then propagated in the world. There were certain persons who, while they acknowledged Jesus to be a Divine teacher, denied him to be the Christ, i.e. the Messiah. He is antichrist, that denieth the Father and the Son, - He is antichrist who denies the supernatural and miraculous birth of Jesus Christ, who denies Jesus to be the Son of God, and who denies God to be the Father of the Lord Jesus; thus he denies the Father and the Son. The Jews in general, and the Gnostics in particular, denied the miraculous conception of Jesus; with both he was accounted no more than a common man, the son of Joseph and Mary. But the Gnostics held that a Divine person, Aeon, or angelical being, dwelt in him; but all things else relative to his miraculous generation and Divinity they rejected. These were antichrists, who denied Jesus to be the Christ.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
a liar--Greek, "Who is the liar?" namely, guilty of the lie just mentioned (Jo1 2:21). that Jesus is the Christ--the grand central truth. He is Antichrist--Greek, "the Antichrist"; not however here personal, but in the abstract; the ideal of Antichrist is "he that denieth the Father and the Son." To deny the latter is virtually to deny the former. Again, the truth as to the Son must be held in its integrity; to deny that Jesus is the Christ, or that He is the Son of God, or that He came in the flesh, invalidates the whole (Mat 11:27).
John Gill Bible Commentary
Who is a liar, but he that denieth that Jesus is the Christ?.... Or that very Christ, and true Messiah, who was spoken of by all the prophets, since the beginning of the world, and so much, and so long desired by the Old Testament saints: he that denies that Jesus of Nazareth is the Messiah of the prophets, is not indeed the only liar in the world, but he is the greatest of liars; this is a consummate lie, being opposed to a glaring truth, to a fact clear an indisputable; and which rests not merely on the testimony of Jesus, who is truth itself, and who, in express words, more than once, declared and asserted himself to be the Christ; but all the characters of the Messiah, everything that is said of him in the Prophets, meet in Jesus, and the miracles which were done by him are flagrant proofs and undeniable evidences of his being the Christ of God; and all the apostles believed, and were sure that he was Christ, the Son of the living God: to which may be added the testimony of John, who was sent, and came to bear witness of him, and did; and who was a prophet, and a man of great probity and integrity. But there was a greater witness than he; even God himself, by a voice from heaven, bore a testimony to him; and angels, at his incarnation, declared him to be the Saviour, which is Christ the Lord; yea, the devil himself, who is a liar, and the father of ties in other things, knew and owned Jesus to be the Christ; so that those that deny him are the worst of liars, even worse than the devil himself. This may have regard not only to the Jews, that deny Jesus to be the Messiah, but chiefly to such who went by the name of Christians; who denied either his proper deity, or real humanity, as Ebion and Cerinthus, which was denying him to be the God-man, the Mediator, and Messiah; and is true of all such that deny him in any of his offices, or in things relating to them, as his Gospel, and any of the peculiar doctrines of it, delivered by him, and so deny his prophetic office; or any of his ordinances, institutions, and appointments, as lawgiver in his house, and King of saints, and so deny him in his kingly office; or reject him as the alone Saviour, joining their own works with him, in the business of salvation, and oppose his sacrifice and satisfaction, and despise his imputed righteousness, and so deny him in his priestly office. Now these are some of the liars, and these some of the doctrinal lies, which are not of the truth, as in 1Jo_2:21. He is antichrist that denieth the Father and the Son: that denies the Father of Christ to be the Creator of the world, but asserts that it was made by angels, as some ancient heretics did; or that the Father of Christ is not the God of the Old Testament, as Marcion; or that denies that God is the Father of Christ, and that Christ is the Son of God; who will not allow that there is any such relation in nature between them; who affirm that Christ is only the Son of God by adoption, or because of his love to him, or because of his incarnation and resurrection from the dead; or that he is not his true and proper Son, only in a figurative and metaphorical sense; that he is not the natural and eternally begotten Son of God, only by office, and as Mediator, and that God is only his Father, as having installed him into an office; or he that denies that these two are distinct from each other, but affirms that Father is the Son, and the Son is the Father, and so confounds them both, and, by confounding both, denies that there are either Father or Son; and all such persons are antichrists, or opposers of Christ.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
2:22 John marks out as a liar any false teacher who denies that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, the unique revealer of the Father (4:2).
1 John 2:22
Beware of Antichrists
21I have not written to you because you lack knowledge of the truth, but because you have it, and because no lie comes from the truth.22Who is the liar, if it is not the one who denies that Jesus is the Christ? This is the antichrist, who denies the Father and the Son.23Whoever denies the Son does not have the Father, but whoever confesses the Son has the Father as well.
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New Covenant - Jesus Revealed Father - Part 1
By Zac Poonen1.2K09:31GEN 1:26MAT 3:16MAT 28:19JHN 6:38JHN 14:26JHN 20:171JN 2:22
This sermon delves into the significance of the Trinity as revealed in the New Covenant, particularly focusing on the clear revelation of the Trinity at Jesus' baptism in Matthew chapter 3. It emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the distinct persons of the Trinity - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit - and the implications of denying the Trinity, such as undermining the humanity of Christ and the concept of God's love. The speaker highlights the necessity of baptizing in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit to align with Jesus' command and fully embrace the New Covenant.
Are We Denying Christ?
By Jon Couch79929:19Rejecting Christ1JN 2:22In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the difficulty of understanding and embracing the word of God. He uses the example of a car accident to illustrate the sudden changes and challenges that can occur in life. The preacher also highlights the sacrificial love of Jesus, who gave his life so that others could live. He encourages believers to step out of their comfort zones and make a difference in the world. The sermon concludes with a reminder to focus on humble transformation and submission to Christ, rather than selfish desires.
The Holy Spirit Reveals the Father
By Zac Poonen6161:04:31GEN 1:26DEU 6:4PSA 18:25PSA 46:1MAT 28:19JHN 17:10ACT 2:38ACT 4:21JN 2:22
This sermon delves into the revelation of God as a Trinity, exploring the mystery of God being one yet revealed as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It emphasizes the importance of understanding God as a loving Father who desires a personal relationship with His children, encouraging believers to cooperate with God in prayer and to give their all to Him. The speaker shares personal experiences and insights on knowing God intimately as a Father and the impact it has on overcoming insecurity, competition, and receiving abundant blessings.
1 John 2:19
By John Gill0Perseverance of the SaintsTrue Believers vs. False ProfessorsJHN 10:28ROM 8:38EPH 1:13PHP 1:62TI 2:19HEB 3:141PE 1:51JN 2:191JN 2:22John Gill expounds on 1 John 2:19, emphasizing that those who left the church were never truly part of it, despite their initial profession of faith. He clarifies that their departure was not merely physical but indicative of a deeper spiritual disconnect, as they denied core truths about Christ. Gill asserts that true believers, marked by the anointing of the Holy Spirit, will remain steadfast in their faith and fellowship. The apostasy of these individuals serves to reveal their lack of genuine regeneration and alignment with God's elect. Ultimately, this passage reassures believers of their perseverance in faith, contrasting it with the fate of those who fall away.
Day 233, 1 John 2
By David Servant0JHN 13:351JN 1:91JN 2:11JN 2:161JN 2:191JN 2:221JN 2:29David Servant preaches on the three tests of authentic conversion highlighted by John in his first epistle: moral, social, and theological. True Christians are called to practice righteousness, demonstrate unselfish love for fellow believers, and believe in Jesus Christ as the Son of God. Jesus serves as our Advocate before God, offering His sufferings as the ground for our acquittal and being the propitiation for our sins, appeasing God's wrath. John emphasizes the importance of keeping God's commandments, abiding in Jesus, and walking as He walked as evidence of true faith.
1 John 2:18
By John Gill0False TeachingsDiscernmentMAT 24:24ACT 20:292TH 2:31JN 2:181JN 2:22John Gill emphasizes the urgency of the message in 1 John 2:18, addressing the believers as 'little children' and warning them of the perilous times ahead as the apostolic age draws to a close. He explains that many antichrists have emerged, opposing the truth of Christ's incarnation and deity, and cautions the faithful to be vigilant against these deceivers. Gill highlights that the presence of these antichrists is a sign of the last hour, indicating a shift away from the pure teachings of the apostles. He notes that while the ultimate antichrist is yet to come, many have already arisen, leading believers to discern the truth amidst widespread heresy.
1 John 2:22
By John Gill0Denial of ChristTruth of ChristMAT 16:16JHN 14:6ACT 4:12HEB 1:11JN 2:22John Gill emphasizes the critical importance of acknowledging Jesus as the Christ, the true Messiah foretold by the prophets. He argues that denying Jesus' messianic identity is the greatest lie, as it contradicts the undeniable truth supported by Jesus' own declarations, the testimonies of the apostles, and divine affirmations. Gill warns that those who reject Jesus in any of his roles—prophet, king, or priest—are not only liars but also antichrists, opposing the very essence of the Christian faith. He highlights that even the devil recognizes Jesus as the Christ, making those who deny Him the worst of deceivers. The sermon serves as a strong reminder of the necessity to uphold the truth of Christ's identity and the implications of denying it.
Do Not Accept Judaism
By Ignatius of Antioch0JHN 1:141CO 1:10EPH 4:141PE 5:81JN 2:22Ignatius of Antioch warns against various false teachings and beliefs that distort the truth of God and Christ, labeling those who deny Christ as liars and followers of the devil. He emphasizes the importance of confessing the true nature of Christ as the Son of God and the Word made flesh, while rejecting teachings that lead to corruption and denial of the faith. Ignatius urges believers to remain united in heart and mind, steadfast in their love for God and Christ, and to avoid falling into the traps set by the deceitful spirits of the world.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Who is a liar but he that denieth that Jesus is the Christ? - Here we see some of the false doctrines which were then propagated in the world. There were certain persons who, while they acknowledged Jesus to be a Divine teacher, denied him to be the Christ, i.e. the Messiah. He is antichrist, that denieth the Father and the Son, - He is antichrist who denies the supernatural and miraculous birth of Jesus Christ, who denies Jesus to be the Son of God, and who denies God to be the Father of the Lord Jesus; thus he denies the Father and the Son. The Jews in general, and the Gnostics in particular, denied the miraculous conception of Jesus; with both he was accounted no more than a common man, the son of Joseph and Mary. But the Gnostics held that a Divine person, Aeon, or angelical being, dwelt in him; but all things else relative to his miraculous generation and Divinity they rejected. These were antichrists, who denied Jesus to be the Christ.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
a liar--Greek, "Who is the liar?" namely, guilty of the lie just mentioned (Jo1 2:21). that Jesus is the Christ--the grand central truth. He is Antichrist--Greek, "the Antichrist"; not however here personal, but in the abstract; the ideal of Antichrist is "he that denieth the Father and the Son." To deny the latter is virtually to deny the former. Again, the truth as to the Son must be held in its integrity; to deny that Jesus is the Christ, or that He is the Son of God, or that He came in the flesh, invalidates the whole (Mat 11:27).
John Gill Bible Commentary
Who is a liar, but he that denieth that Jesus is the Christ?.... Or that very Christ, and true Messiah, who was spoken of by all the prophets, since the beginning of the world, and so much, and so long desired by the Old Testament saints: he that denies that Jesus of Nazareth is the Messiah of the prophets, is not indeed the only liar in the world, but he is the greatest of liars; this is a consummate lie, being opposed to a glaring truth, to a fact clear an indisputable; and which rests not merely on the testimony of Jesus, who is truth itself, and who, in express words, more than once, declared and asserted himself to be the Christ; but all the characters of the Messiah, everything that is said of him in the Prophets, meet in Jesus, and the miracles which were done by him are flagrant proofs and undeniable evidences of his being the Christ of God; and all the apostles believed, and were sure that he was Christ, the Son of the living God: to which may be added the testimony of John, who was sent, and came to bear witness of him, and did; and who was a prophet, and a man of great probity and integrity. But there was a greater witness than he; even God himself, by a voice from heaven, bore a testimony to him; and angels, at his incarnation, declared him to be the Saviour, which is Christ the Lord; yea, the devil himself, who is a liar, and the father of ties in other things, knew and owned Jesus to be the Christ; so that those that deny him are the worst of liars, even worse than the devil himself. This may have regard not only to the Jews, that deny Jesus to be the Messiah, but chiefly to such who went by the name of Christians; who denied either his proper deity, or real humanity, as Ebion and Cerinthus, which was denying him to be the God-man, the Mediator, and Messiah; and is true of all such that deny him in any of his offices, or in things relating to them, as his Gospel, and any of the peculiar doctrines of it, delivered by him, and so deny his prophetic office; or any of his ordinances, institutions, and appointments, as lawgiver in his house, and King of saints, and so deny him in his kingly office; or reject him as the alone Saviour, joining their own works with him, in the business of salvation, and oppose his sacrifice and satisfaction, and despise his imputed righteousness, and so deny him in his priestly office. Now these are some of the liars, and these some of the doctrinal lies, which are not of the truth, as in 1Jo_2:21. He is antichrist that denieth the Father and the Son: that denies the Father of Christ to be the Creator of the world, but asserts that it was made by angels, as some ancient heretics did; or that the Father of Christ is not the God of the Old Testament, as Marcion; or that denies that God is the Father of Christ, and that Christ is the Son of God; who will not allow that there is any such relation in nature between them; who affirm that Christ is only the Son of God by adoption, or because of his love to him, or because of his incarnation and resurrection from the dead; or that he is not his true and proper Son, only in a figurative and metaphorical sense; that he is not the natural and eternally begotten Son of God, only by office, and as Mediator, and that God is only his Father, as having installed him into an office; or he that denies that these two are distinct from each other, but affirms that Father is the Son, and the Son is the Father, and so confounds them both, and, by confounding both, denies that there are either Father or Son; and all such persons are antichrists, or opposers of Christ.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
2:22 John marks out as a liar any false teacher who denies that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, the unique revealer of the Father (4:2).