Disciple's Guide - October 22, 2023

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Feel free to use these questions as a guide for your study or discussion of 1 John 1. If you have any specific questions or need further clarification on any of these points, feel free to ask.

​1.  What is the main message or theme of 1 John 1? 

2.  According to 1 John 1:5, what does God represent, and what does it mean for believers to walk in the light? 

3.  In 1 John 1:8, the author states, "If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us." What does this verse imply about human nature and the need for God's forgiveness? 

4.  How does 1 John 1:9 describe God's response to our confession of sins, and what assurance does it provide to believers? 

5.  What significance does the concept of fellowship hold in 1 John 1, and how does it relate to our relationship with God and fellow believers? 

6.  According to 1 John 1:7, what role does the blood of Jesus play in cleansing us from all sin, and what does this teach us about God's grace? 

7.  What is the difference between claiming to have fellowship with God while walking in darkness, as mentioned in 1 John 1:6, and walking in the light? 

8.  How does 1 John 1:10 address the issue of self-deception, and what does it mean to make God out to be a liar? 

9.  In 1 John 1:2-3, how does the author describe the eternal life that was with the Father and was made manifest to us, and what is our role in sharing this message with others? 

10.  Reflecting on the teachings of 1 John 1, what practical steps can believers take to maintain a genuine relationship with God and with fellow believers, rooted in truth, love, and fellowship? 

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