In this powerpoint, we explore the biblical canon in general, 1 John's placement within the canon, whether John is the original author, and the occasion for which the letter is written.

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In this powerpoint, we consider how 1 John informs our worldview as Christians and we consider the major themes found in letter.

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Exploring the original intent of John surrounding the deity and ministry of Jesus, apostolic witness, and apostolic testimony.

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In this lesson, we are faced with the first set of practical truths: To walk with God is to live a life of confessing sin, agreeing with God about our sin, and living in the light of his word. To do otherwise is to challenge our profession of faith in Jesus Christ's atonement for our sin.

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In this lesson, we reflect on the theological truths of God more generally and see how they both form our worldview as Christians and provide a powerful apologetic as a witness to the glory of Christ and a sense of confidence in the faith.

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In this lesson, we explore the major themes of sin and forgiveness. We then put these two key themes together to begin toward a theological formulation. Specifically, we explore why John refers to Jesus as our "paraclete" and the implications that has to the "whole world."

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In this lesson, we explore the primary theme of love and how love is the ultimate vision of change in the life of the one who claims to walk with God. Similarly, we see how the theme of love combats the Greek philosophical views during the day in which John writes his letter.

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