fellowship in God's family Allen, David Lewis 1957- creator Hughes, R. Kent 1942- editor text bibliography ilu Wheaton, Illinois Crossway [2013] 2013 monographic eng

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333 pages ; 24 cm "What does it look like to 'walk in the light, as he is in the light, ' to truly live as a follower of Christ? This all-important question finds its answer in three letters from the apostle John. Marked by their sermonic tone, devotional fervor, and emphasis on obedience to God���s commands, 1, 2, and 3 John lovingly teach us how to follow Jesus in open devotion to God."--Publisher's description Meet Jesus: God in human flesh! -- When sin meets forgiveness -- Jesus our advocate at Heaven's court -- The "know so" test -- All you need is love -- Family secrets -- Don't decorate your cell -- Liar! Liar! -- The unction function -- Ready or not, here I come! -- Who's your daddy? -- Love: the church's circulatory system -- How to send your guilt trip packing -- Discerning truth and error -- Want to play catch? -- "Be my Valentine" -- God -- Faith is the victory! -- A tale of three witnesses -- The haves and the have-nots -- Accept no substitutes! -- Deniers and deceivers -- Down with Diotrephes; long live Demetrius! David L. Allen ; R. Kent Hughes, series editor Includes bibliographical references (pages 279-314) and indexes Commentaries Homiletical use Commentaries Homiletical use BS2805.53 .A46 2013 220.7 PRE 9781433502859 (hc) 1433502852 (hc) 2012017236 DLC 120507 20241126110716.0 793421801 eng