◄ 1 John 3:8 ►
The one who practices sin is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the very start. This is why the Son of God was revealed, to destroy the works of the devil. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 John 3:8? 2. How does 1 John 3:8 define the purpose of Jesus' coming? 3. What does "the devil has been sinning from the beginning" imply? 4. How can believers actively "destroy the works of the devil"? 5. Connect 1 John 3:8 with Genesis 3:15 regarding Jesus' mission. 6. How should understanding 1 John 3:8 influence daily spiritual battles? 7. How does 1 John 3:8 define the purpose of Jesus' mission on Earth? 8. What does 1 John 3:8 reveal about the nature of sin and the devil? 9. How does 1 John 3:8 challenge the belief in human nature's inherent goodness? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 John 3? 11. Who is known as the father of lies? 12. What does the Bible say about God versus Satan? 13. What is the Christus Victor theory of atonement? 14. What are the devil's deceptive strategies? Discussion Questions 1. How does understanding the origin of sin as being from the devil change your perspective on the nature of sin in your life? 2. In what ways can you actively participate in the victory that Jesus has already won over the works of the devil? 3. How does the purpose of Christ's coming, as described in 1 John 3:8, influence your daily walk with God? 4. What practical steps can you take to avoid the practice of sin and live in the righteousness of Christ? 5. How can the truths found in 1 John 3:8 and its connected scriptures encourage you in times of spiritual warfare? 1 John 3 Bible Study Questions 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? Links 1 John 3:8 NIV 1 John 3:8 NLT 1 John 3:8 ESV 1 John 3:8 NASB 1 John 3:8 KJV 1 John 3:8 Commentaries Bible Hub