1st John 5:21. “Little children, keep yourselves from idols. Amen.” SUCCINCT SUMMATION. John began writing as a father whose children are dear. He knew by experience many dangers were near. The fact of opposition from within was also clear – The little children were pressured to conform.
His warnings were timely as the Spirit guided his pen. They were called to walk in the light as the Savior had done. Joy would follow the children; they would have victory when – God’s children would stay in fellowship with Him.
The world was there with many temptations to sin. Christ was the Advocate giving acceptance to God through Him. His letter gave guidance as he wrote unto them – That antichrists would be sure to come.
The children were urged to love both in word and deed. The love of God for them and God Himself met their need. They would be Christ-like themselves when they gave heed – As children who love God from the heart.
John wanted them to know false teachers would come – Who would lead them away from the Father and Son, To question God’s Word was the object of some – Who never had love for the brothers.
The written words were unmistakable, eternal life was a gift. Those who had believed on the Son were sure to live Eternally, because God Himself is the One who gives – The life He shares with His own.
Children, never let idols from truth turn aside Any of you for whom the Savior has died. It is your responsibility in Christ to abide – That you all live for God – not idols.
“I know it has taken me some time Father, to express myself to Thee in the words that have come to me as I read this book. Perhaps there are words here Thou art able to accept as worship and praise. I want to honor all the Divine Persons in this way that comes to me. Please accept the words and thoughts of my heart that I offer in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”