1 John 2:6
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Abideth in him - He who not only professes to have known Christ, but also that he has communion with him, and abides in his favor, should prove the truth of his profession by walking as Christ walked; living a life of devotion and obedience to God, and of benevolence and beneficence to his neighbor. Thus Christ walked; and he has left us an example that we should follow his steps. To be in Christ, Jo1 2:5, is to be converted to the Christian faith, and to have received the remission of sins. To abide in Christ, Jo1 2:6, is to continue in that state of salvation, growing in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
abideth--implying a condition lasting, without intermission, and without end. He that saith . . . ought--so that his deeds may be consistent with his words. even as he--Believers readily supply the name, their hearts being full of Him (compare Joh 20:15). "Even as He walked" when on earth, especially in respect to love. John delights in referring to Christ as the model man, with the words, "Even as He," &c. "It is not Christ's walking on the sea, but His ordinary walk, that we are called on to imitate" [LUTHER].
John Gill Bible Commentary
He that saith he abideth in him,.... As all do that are in him; once in Christ, and always in Christ; they are set as a seal on his arm and heart, which can never be removed; they are in his arms, and can never be plucked from thence; and are members of him, and can never be disunited from him: or dwelleth in him, as in Joh 6:56; that is, by faith; who under a sense of sin and danger have fled to Christ, as to a strong tower and place of defence, where they dwell safely, peaceably, pleasantly, and comfortably, enjoying whatever is necessary for them. The Syriac and Ethiopic versions read, "he that saith I am in him"; loved by him, chosen in him, united to him, a member of his, and have communion with him: ought himself also to walk even as he walked; as Christ walked, lived, and acted, so ought he; that is, to imitate him and follow him, as he has him for an example; not in his miraculous works in raising the dead, healing the sick, and walking upon the waters, &c. which were wrought as proofs of his deity and of his Messiahship, and not intended for imitation; nor in his mediatorial performances, as in his propitiatory sacrifice and advocacy; but in the exercise of grace, and duties of religion as a man, and in a private way; and may chiefly regard walking in love, as he walked, see Eph 5:2; and is what is in the following verses insisted on, namely, the new commandment of love to the brethren; which should be to all as his was, and, like his, constant and lasting; and, when the case requires, should be shown by laying down life for them. The "as" is not a note of equality, but of likeness; for it cannot be thought that saints should walk in that degree of perfection, in humility, patience, love, and in the exercise of every other grace, and in the discharge of duty, as Christ did; only that they should copy after him, and make his obedience and life the rule of theirs.
1 John 2:6
Jesus Our Advocate
5But if anyone keeps His word, the love of God has been truly perfected in him. By this we know that we are in Him:6Whoever claims to abide in Him must walk as Jesus walked.
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Abide in Me
By Keith Daniel7.8K53:271JN 2:6This sermon emphasizes the importance of abiding in Christ through daily communion with God. It highlights the tragic consequences of neglecting God for other priorities, leading to spiritual decline and sin. The speaker shares personal stories and challenges the audience to prioritize their relationship with God above all else, stressing the vital reality of abiding in Christ for spiritual growth and fruitfulness.
A Message for Reformed Christian Rappers
By Paul Washer6.9K54:30RappingMAT 6:33JHN 3:16ROM 3:23ROM 6:232CO 5:171PE 1:151JN 2:6In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the gospel message in scripture. He highlights the need to disciple lost people and shares an example of a man who was on the verge of death and desperately seeking salvation. The preacher challenges the common approach of leading people through a series of steps and instead emphasizes the power of preaching the gospel and calling for repentance and belief. He shares how he spent hours with the dying man, going through scripture and praying until the man finally understood and accepted the message of salvation.
Two Great Secrets Revealed - Part 1
By Zac Poonen3.8K43:26MAT 6:33MAT 13:11JHN 4:23JHN 8:1HEB 4:151JN 2:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of Jesus Christ being our hero and role model. He compares young people's admiration for sports stars to the way we should strive to be like Christ. The speaker highlights the difference between the Old Testament, which is focused on commandments, and the New Testament, which calls us to follow Jesus. He shares his personal testimony of feeling defeated and hypocritical in his Christian life until he surrendered to God and asked for true transformation.
(Through the Bible) 1 John 1-2:11
By Chuck Smith3.0K1:09:09Through The BibleROM 3:111JN 1:71JN 2:41JN 2:61JN 3:21JN 3:7In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a man who had been living a miserable and mean life for over 16 years. One day, his little daughter came running to him, but he pushed her away and she got seriously burned. Feeling remorseful, the man approached the preacher and asked if God could forgive him for his past actions. The preacher assured him that the blood of Jesus Christ can cleanse a person from all sin, no matter how dark or bleak their past may be. The sermon emphasizes the transformative power of the gospel and the hope it offers to all who confess their sins and seek forgiveness.
(Basics) 35. Jesus Overcame Sin
By Zac Poonen2.7K12:57MAT 6:33EPH 6:17HEB 4:15HEB 12:1JAS 1:131JN 2:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of holiness and overcoming temptation. He uses the analogy of a father driving in a car and telling his son to run after him, highlighting the impossibility of humans trying to be like God. The speaker explains that holiness can only come when we are willing to say no to temptation. He also discusses how Jesus, as a man, encountered and overcame temptation in the power of the Holy Spirit, offering us the same power and hope. The speaker encourages listeners to have a goal of living like Jesus and pressing on towards that goal, gradually becoming more like Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Bearing Fruit - Part 8
By Keith Daniel2.6K06:09PSA 51:10PSA 119:11PRO 3:6MAT 6:33JHN 15:4ROM 1:16HEB 10:25JAS 4:81JN 1:91JN 2:6This sermon emphasizes the importance of abiding in God as the only path to victory, being Christ-like, and avoiding shame. It addresses the neglect of God, highlighting how it grieves Him and leads to backsliding, regardless of one's position or activities in the church. The speaker challenges the congregation to prioritize their relationship with God above all else, acknowledging that neglecting God is a grievous sin that needs confession and cleansing through His grace.
Bearing Fruit - Part 5
By Keith Daniel2.6K09:14JOB 23:10JHN 15:41JN 2:6This sermon emphasizes the importance of abiding in God through trials and suffering, drawing parallels to the experiences of Charles Spurgeon and Job. It highlights the necessity of trusting God's refining process to bring forth spiritual fruit and the significance of abiding in Christ to avoid bitterness and anger towards God.
He That Saith
By Leonard Ravenhill2.6K1:03:26GEN 5:24MAT 6:33LUK 24:45JHN 8:12PHP 3:131JN 2:6JUD 1:14In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of walking in the light of God's truth and holiness in a dark and corrupt world. He highlights that all the attributes of Jesus are available to believers and that the possibilities of grace are vast. The speaker reflects on his own journey of gradually unfolding revelation and urges listeners to not just talk about their faith, but to live it out in their actions. He also addresses the decline of religion and the need for believers to shine as lights in the world, following the example of Jesus in obedience, submission, compassion, and walking in the Spirit.
The Obedience of Sonship
By Art Katz2.5K1:43:26SonshipMAT 6:33JHN 14:15ACT 1:8ROM 8:9ROM 12:11CO 2:10GAL 5:22EPH 5:181TH 5:19HEB 5:9JAS 1:221PE 1:141JN 2:61JN 3:24In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of understanding and interpreting the scriptures to protect ourselves from deception. He mentions an article by Reggie Kelly about the perspective of natural disasters, specifically the tsunami. The speaker also emphasizes the need to support and contribute to the traveling expenses of Simon, who plays a crucial role in the community. The sermon touches on the topic of reaching out to the Jewish community and how to convince those who may not sense the calling to do so.
New Birth (Rora 2003)
By Norman Meeten2.5K1:26:49New BirthMAT 6:33JHN 6:63ROM 15:42TI 3:161PE 3:151JN 1:71JN 2:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being a testimony of Jesus in our daily lives. He highlights the impossibility of embracing this without the constant supply of the Holy Spirit. The speaker shares a personal experience of encountering a man who confessed his faith in Jesus but had a huge problem - his wife was dying of cancer. The speaker and a few others visited the woman and witnessed her emaciated state, yet she still had a smile on her face. This story serves as a reminder of the stark contrast between the material abundance in some parts of the world and the extreme poverty and suffering in others.
Two Great Secrets Revealed - Part 2
By Zac Poonen2.5K48:22EPH 4:15HEB 10:251JN 2:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being married to Christ rather than being bound by rules and regulations. He encourages believers to have a personal relationship with Jesus in every aspect of their lives, including watching television and movies. The speaker also highlights the mystery of godliness and how Jesus came to earth not only to die for our sins but also to demonstrate how we should live. He emphasizes the need for believers to humble themselves and seek the truth of the body of Christ, striving to be free from jealousy and competition with one another.
Through the Bible - 1 John
By Zac Poonen2.4K55:56Through The BibleGEN 1:11JN 1:81JN 2:61JN 2:91JN 2:12In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of testing the spirits and discerning whether a gift is from the Holy Spirit. The three main themes of the book of 1 John are obedience to God's commandments, love for one another, and confessing that Jesus came in the flesh. The speaker encourages believers to prioritize these three things in their church to build it according to God's will. He also highlights the tragedy of Christians missing the main thing and getting occupied with insignificant matters. The sermon concludes by emphasizing that having the life of God, characterized by purity, humility, love, and goodness, is essential, and that fellowship is more important than mere organization and activity.
College Conference - 2 Cor. 13:5 & 1 Jn.
By Paul Washer2.3K50:31AssuranceMAT 7:20ROM 8:92CO 13:5EPH 2:81JN 1:91JN 2:31JN 2:6In this sermon, the speaker highlights the problem of reductionism in our understanding of the gospel. He criticizes the tendency to simplify the message of Jesus Christ into a few basic principles, diminishing its depth and significance. The speaker shares personal anecdotes to illustrate his point, emphasizing the need to truly marvel at the gospel rather than treating it as a basic introductory lesson. He also emphasizes the importance of being sensitive to sin and growing in our knowledge of God.
What Love Is This? - Part 5
By Dave Hunt2.0K09:49PSA 86:15MIC 6:8LUK 13:24ROM 11:321CO 13:41JN 2:6This sermon delves into the historical context of divisions within Christianity, focusing on the Council of Nicaea and the controversies surrounding believers who renounced Christ under persecution. It contrasts the views of Augustine and Adonitus on the purity of the church, highlighting the extreme measures taken by figures like John Calvin in Geneva. The core theological debate centers on the concept of God's love for all versus the Calvinist doctrine of predestination and limited atonement, questioning the nature of God's mercy and kindness.
Why Revival Tarries
By George Verwer1.9K41:11RevivalPSA 119:11PSA 119:105MAT 28:19JHN 14:15ACT 1:8EPH 5:181JN 2:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of believing in God and keeping our focus on Him to avoid discouragement. He highlights the power of God's grace to overcome our mistakes and sins. The speaker encourages Christians to walk with Jesus and not to neglect reaching out to others with the message of Christ. He challenges believers to have a revolutionary mindset that changes their priorities, actions, and relationships. The sermon emphasizes the need for Christians to actively witness and not make excuses, reminding them that they have the ability to speak and share the gospel.
Jesus' Heart for the Lost World
By K.P. Yohannan1.8K36:34Lost MankindMAT 6:33MAT 18:11LUK 9:23JHN 4:14ROM 8:28GAL 2:201JN 2:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that living for the Lord and doing good works will eventually lead to exhaustion and burnout. He explains that the New Covenant is not about following rules and regulations, but about being transformed by Christ's nature and allowing Him to live through us. The speaker also discusses the concept of predestination, referring to Romans 8:28-29, and highlights the importance of imitating Christ's life and ministry. He shares a personal story about receiving a letter from a missionary that deeply impacted him and emphasizes the need for Christians to live as Christ lived and have a heart for the lost.
Some Things I Have Learnt in 50 Years Part 1
By Zac Poonen1.8K52:21LEV 19:32JOB 36:5JHN 17:232CO 9:7JAS 1:26JAS 3:91PE 2:171PE 3:151JN 2:6This sermon emphasizes four key lessons learned over 50 years as a believer: 1. Understanding God's immense love for us, equal to His love for Jesus, provides security and eradicates insecurity. 2. Embracing honesty before God, acknowledging failures without pretense, is vital for true repentance. 3. Recognizing that God desires cheerful, voluntary obedience, not compelled actions, fosters genuine worship. 4. Treating every human being with dignity, honoring all as made in God's image, reflects true reverence for God and transforms our interactions.
(Spirit-Filled Life) Part 5: Poverty of Spirit
By Zac Poonen1.7K43:42MAT 6:331JN 2:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living a life that reflects the way Jesus lived. He highlights the verse from 1 John 2:6, which states that those who claim to abide in Christ should walk in the same manner as He did. The speaker shares his own experience of being taught the usual Christian beliefs but not being pointed to this verse. He emphasizes that it is not just young and inexperienced Christians who need to understand this, but even the Apostle John, who wrote this letter at the age of 95. The speaker also expresses his disappointment in the decay and backsliding of Christendom and the lack of passion for godly living.
Our Work for God
By Zac Poonen1.7K58:29WorkISA 40:28ISA 40:31MAT 10:32MAT 28:19JHN 17:4ACT 1:81JN 2:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of doing the work of an evangelist and seeking Christ's interests rather than our own. He highlights the scarcity of faithful individuals like Timothy and Titus who are truly gripped by the truth. The speaker urges the audience to teach and pass on this burden to faithful men who can continue spreading the message of God. He encourages young people to be the men and women of God that He needs in their generation, focusing on the main things and leading others to a godly and joyful life. The sermon concludes with a prayer for each individual to fulfill the task assigned by God and glorify Him by completing the work given to them.
Why God Allows His Children to Suffer
By Zac Poonen1.6K58:08ROM 8:28EPH 3:10HEB 8:6HEB 11:6JAS 1:21JN 2:61JN 4:17This sermon emphasizes the difference between the Old Covenant and the New Covenant, highlighting the need for believers to understand the shift in God's ways. It challenges Christians to grasp the truth that the Old Covenant has been abolished, leading to a defeated life for many who fail to realize the freedom and power of the New Covenant. The speaker delves into examples from the Bible, showcasing the struggles and victories of Old Testament figures compared to the suffering and obedience seen in New Testament saints, ultimately calling believers to a higher standard of living like Jesus.
Transparency - Part 1
By K.P. Yohannan1.5K40:44TransparencyMAT 6:33MAT 23:27JHN 8:1ROM 8:31GAL 6:11PE 2:211JN 2:6In this sermon, Brother K.P. Johanan discusses the topic of failure and how the Lord deals with those who fail. He uses the example of the Apostle Peter, who denied Jesus three times and experienced deep despair and discouragement. Johanan emphasizes that failure is a common experience for all people and that the Lord never wants anyone to fail, but rather desires for them to succeed. He encourages listeners to cooperate with God and have the same attitude towards those who have failed as Christ does.
Transparency - Part 2
By K.P. Yohannan1.4K25:59TransparencyJER 1:5MAT 6:33GAL 6:11PE 2:211JN 2:6In this sermon, Brother K.P. Ohannan discusses the topic of failure and how to respond to it. He uses the example of Peter, who denied Christ, to illustrate the feelings of rejection and lostness that often accompany failure. Ohannan emphasizes that nobody is perfect and that we all sin. He then explores how the Lord deals with failures, highlighting the fact that Jesus never spoke harshly to the worst sinners in society but instead showed them love and compassion. Ohannan also challenges the church to live out a genuine Christianity that helps those in need and supports those who are struggling.
Joshua (Part 4)
By Richard Sipley1.3K50:54EPH 2:10EPH 4:1EPH 4:17COL 4:51TH 2:121JN 1:71JN 2:6In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story about how his congregation built an education building in Miami in just nine months, without incurring any debt. He emphasizes the importance of taking steps of faith and trusting God's guidance in order to accomplish what He wants us to do. The speaker also references the story of Joshua and the walls of Jericho, highlighting the perseverance and obedience required to see God's promises fulfilled. He encourages the audience to take the first step in doing what God wants them to do, even if they feel afraid or uncertain.
Living as Christ Pm Service - Peoples Church
By K.P. Yohannan1.3K39:26Living As ChristMAT 6:33ROM 12:12CO 5:17GAL 2:20PHP 2:51PE 2:211JN 2:6In this sermon, the speaker shares a story of a missionary who faced great difficulties and suffering while working among a people group in India. The missionary initially had enthusiasm and hope for leading these people to Christ, but soon realized the challenges of the mission field. He prayed to be sent somewhere else, but God spoke to him and said he could go, but He would have to stay in the worst place on Earth during winter. The speaker emphasizes that as Christians, we are called to live as Christ did and to embrace suffering and sacrifice for the sake of the Gospel.
Living as Christ Am Service - Peoples Church
By K.P. Yohannan1.2K33:18Living As ChristMAT 6:33JHN 4:4JHN 4:341JN 2:6In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his personal journey of seeking to understand the humanity of Jesus by reading the four gospels. He emphasizes his desire to live like Jesus and be his disciple. The speaker shares a specific passage from the Gospel of John where Jesus, tired and weary, encounters a woman at a well. This encounter leads the speaker to a realization about his own self-centeredness and the need to repent. He concludes by highlighting the importance of knowing Jesus not just through doctrines, but by understanding his life and offering our own lives to him.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Abideth in him - He who not only professes to have known Christ, but also that he has communion with him, and abides in his favor, should prove the truth of his profession by walking as Christ walked; living a life of devotion and obedience to God, and of benevolence and beneficence to his neighbor. Thus Christ walked; and he has left us an example that we should follow his steps. To be in Christ, Jo1 2:5, is to be converted to the Christian faith, and to have received the remission of sins. To abide in Christ, Jo1 2:6, is to continue in that state of salvation, growing in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
abideth--implying a condition lasting, without intermission, and without end. He that saith . . . ought--so that his deeds may be consistent with his words. even as he--Believers readily supply the name, their hearts being full of Him (compare Joh 20:15). "Even as He walked" when on earth, especially in respect to love. John delights in referring to Christ as the model man, with the words, "Even as He," &c. "It is not Christ's walking on the sea, but His ordinary walk, that we are called on to imitate" [LUTHER].
John Gill Bible Commentary
He that saith he abideth in him,.... As all do that are in him; once in Christ, and always in Christ; they are set as a seal on his arm and heart, which can never be removed; they are in his arms, and can never be plucked from thence; and are members of him, and can never be disunited from him: or dwelleth in him, as in Joh 6:56; that is, by faith; who under a sense of sin and danger have fled to Christ, as to a strong tower and place of defence, where they dwell safely, peaceably, pleasantly, and comfortably, enjoying whatever is necessary for them. The Syriac and Ethiopic versions read, "he that saith I am in him"; loved by him, chosen in him, united to him, a member of his, and have communion with him: ought himself also to walk even as he walked; as Christ walked, lived, and acted, so ought he; that is, to imitate him and follow him, as he has him for an example; not in his miraculous works in raising the dead, healing the sick, and walking upon the waters, &c. which were wrought as proofs of his deity and of his Messiahship, and not intended for imitation; nor in his mediatorial performances, as in his propitiatory sacrifice and advocacy; but in the exercise of grace, and duties of religion as a man, and in a private way; and may chiefly regard walking in love, as he walked, see Eph 5:2; and is what is in the following verses insisted on, namely, the new commandment of love to the brethren; which should be to all as his was, and, like his, constant and lasting; and, when the case requires, should be shown by laying down life for them. The "as" is not a note of equality, but of likeness; for it cannot be thought that saints should walk in that degree of perfection, in humility, patience, love, and in the exercise of every other grace, and in the discharge of duty, as Christ did; only that they should copy after him, and make his obedience and life the rule of theirs.