

2 John 1—5
6 snips Aug 12, 2025
J. Vernon McGee, a renowned Bible teacher known for his clear and engaging teaching style, dives into the profound messages of 2 John. He discusses the critical balance of truth and love, emphasizing the transformative power of the gospel and its implications for salvation. McGee explores God's attributes of love, mercy, and grace, elaborating on how they shape our understanding and relationship with Him. He encourages believers to walk in truth, reflecting God's unchanging love in a skeptical world.
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Truth Makes Love Authentic
- John emphasizes that truth is central: love must be expressed within the bounds of revealed truth and Christ.
- The Spirit makes truth real and it will remain with believers forever.
State The Truth Plainly
- Defend and state the truth clearly rather than using evasive or clever language.
- Stand for the Word of God plainly and avoid ambiguous or hedging speech.
Demanding Clear Belief Reveals Truth
- McGee recounts pressing a man to state beliefs clearly and being met with anger and evasive letters.
- The man ultimately avoided clarity because he actually held the disputed belief.