And now, little children, remain in Christ, so that when He appears, we may be confident and unashamed before Him at His coming. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 John 2:28? 2. How can we "remain in Him" as instructed in 1 John 2:28? 3. What does "confidence at His coming" mean for our daily lives? 4. How does 1 John 2:28 connect with John 15:4 about abiding in Christ? 5. Why is it important to avoid "shrink back in shame" at His return? 6. What practical steps help us prepare for Christ's return as described here? 7. What does "abide in Him" mean in 1 John 2:28? 8. How does 1 John 2:28 relate to the concept of eternal security? 9. What is the significance of "confidence" at Christ's coming in 1 John 2:28? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 John 2? 11. Is the pope considered the antichrist? 12. Is Barack Obama considered the antichrist? 13. How will encountering the Antichrist feel? 14. Who is the author of 1 John? Discussion Questions 1. What does it mean to "remain in Him," and how can you practically apply this in your daily life?2. How does the expectation of Christ's return influence your current lifestyle and decisions? 3. In what areas of your life do you need to seek greater confidence and assurance before Christ? 4. How can you encourage others in your faith community to remain steadfast and unashamed at Christ's coming? 5. Reflect on a time when you felt unashamed in your faith. What contributed to that confidence, and how can you cultivate it consistently?1. How does understanding Jesus as our Advocate (1 John 2:1-2) impact your view of sin and forgiveness? 2. In what ways do you strive to obey God's commandments? (1 John 2:3-6) 3. How does John's command to love one another challenge your current attitudes and actions towards others? (1 John 2:7-11) 4. Identify your current stage of spiritual maturity (children, fathers, young men). What does John's message to this group mean to you personally? (1 John 2:12-14) 5. How does the call not to love the world (1 John 2:15-17) apply in our contemporary context filled with materialism and consumerism? 6. How can you discern false teachings or "antichrists" in today's society? (1 John 2:18-23) 7. In what ways do you actively "abide" in Christ in your daily life? (1 John 2:24-29) 8. How can we balance the command not to love the world while still living in it and engaging with non-believers? 9. How does understanding that "the world is passing away" impact your priorities and decisions? 10. How can we demonstrate the love of God in a society that often promotes self-interest and competition? 11. How do you respond when you fail to keep God's commands? Does it drive you closer to or further from Him? 12. How does the concept of spiritual growth resonate with you, and how are you pursuing it? 13. How does understanding the role of Christ in atonement for our sins shape our gratitude and love for Him? 14. What practical steps can you take to avoid the allure of worldly desires? 15. How can we ensure that we are prepared for Christ's return? 16. In your context, what does it look like to stand firm in the faith amidst false teachings? 17. How can you foster an environment of spiritual growth for yourself and others around you? 18. How does your current lifestyle reflect your love for God and others? 19. What are some contemporary situations or teachings that you believe John would label as "antichrist"? 20. How can you leverage your understanding of God's commandments and His love to be a light in a world dominated by darkness and confusion? Links 1 John 2:28 NIV1 John 2:28 NLT 1 John 2:28 ESV 1 John 2:28 NASB 1 John 2:28 KJV 1 John 2:28 Commentaries Bible Hub |



