1 John 3:1
Behold what manner of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God. And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know Him.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 John 3:1?

2. How does 1 John 3:1 deepen your understanding of God's love for us?

3. What does being called "children of God" imply about our identity in Christ?

4. How can you live daily as a "child of God" in today's world?

5. Connect 1 John 3:1 with John 1:12 on becoming God's children.

6. How should God's love in 1 John 3:1 influence your interactions with others?

7. How does 1 John 3:1 define God's love for humanity?

8. What does "children of God" mean in 1 John 3:1?

9. How does 1 John 3:1 challenge our understanding of identity?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 John 3?

11. In 1 John 3:1, how can the claim that believers are “children of God” be reconciled with human evolution?

12. What does the Bible say about child custody issues?

13. What defines being a child of God?

14. What is the main message of 2 John?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding the depth of God's love for us as His children impact your daily life and relationship with Him?

2. In what ways can you live out your identity as a child of God in your community and workplace?

3. How do you respond when the world does not understand or accept your faith? What scriptures can encourage you in these situations?

4. Reflect on a time when you felt the assurance of being God's child. How did that experience influence your faith journey?

5. How can you help others understand their identity as children of God, especially those who may struggle with this concept?1. How does knowing you are a child of God influence your perspective on your identity?

2. In what ways can you personally relate to the love that God has for His children as described in verses 1-3?

3. How does the hope of becoming like Christ when He appears inspire you to live a life of purity?

4. What is the connection between sin and lawlessness as described in verses 4-10? How does this apply in the current societal context?

5. In what ways can believers today distinguish themselves from the world as children of God?

6. How can you ensure that you do not merely pay lip service to love, but actively live it out?

7. Can you recall a time when you had to 'lay down your life' (sacrifice) for a fellow believer? How did this experience influence your understanding of love?

8. How does the story of Cain and Abel apply to our relationships with our brothers and sisters in Christ today?

9. How can believers provide assurance to their hearts in the face of self-condemnation?

10. How does the concept of God being greater than our hearts comfort you in times of guilt or self-doubt?

11. How does obedience to God’s commands play a role in maintaining a relationship with Him?

12. How can you be certain that you are living in God and He in you? How does this assurance shape your daily living?

13. What are practical ways you can demonstrate the love of God to others?

14. How can you apply the principles from this chapter to overcome the prevalent sins in today's society?

15. How does the reality of God's love for us empower us to live sacrificially for others?

16. How can you ensure that love is not just spoken, but shown in action and in truth in your life?

17. What are some practical ways to purify ourselves as Christ is pure?

18. How can the church today be a better reflection of the love and righteousness of God?

19. How does understanding that God is greater than our hearts help in dealing with personal failure and guilt?

20. In what ways does the Holy Spirit confirm to you personally that you are living in God and He in you?

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