1 John 2 - Introduction - Matthew Henry's Whole Bible Commentary

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CHAP. II.

      Here the apostle encourages against sins of infirmity (1 John 2:1; 1 John 2:2), shows the true knowledge and love of God (1 John 2:3-6), renews the precept of fraternal love (1 John 2:7-11), addresses the several ages of Christians (1 John 2:12-14), warns against worldly love (1 John 2:15-17), against seducers (1 John 2:18; 1 John 2:19), shows the security of true Christians (1 John 2:1), and advises to abide in Christ, 1 John 2:28; 1 John 2:29.