Written by the team who designed and wrote the Life Application Bible, this commentary series is factually accurate, theologically sound, and intensely practical. Every serious student of the Bible wants to understand the text, to discover the biblical principles, and to apply those timeless truths to his or her life. That's what the Life Application Bible Commentary series delivers! And it's easy to use: *Specific verses are easy to spot. *Particular phrases are easy to find. *Key information is highlighted.Each volume features an interesting and complete introduction, an extensive and practical commentary, and a helpful reference section. Throughout, you will find: *maps *charts and diagrams *classic quotes from noted Christian thinkers *illustrations *extensive application notes.The Life Application Bible Commentary series is ideal for individuals in their personal Bible study; Bible teachers in their small groups, classes, and seminars; and pastors in their sermon preparation.1, 2, & 3 JOHN are epistles written by one who was a close companion of Jesus and the last apostle to die-John. John was a part of Jesus' inner circle. He was one of the three disciples that Jesus took with him to witness his transfiguration. At the Last Supper, John was the disciple sitting next to Jesus. And John is thought to be the disciple Jesus loved. Surely, no human knew Jesus better than John did.John wrote these epistles to reassure Christians in their faith, to encourage them to experience the divine life, and to counter false teachings. In the first two epistles, John urged his readers to (1) live in the truth, (2) love one another, (3) be on guard against false teachers, and (4) adhere to the apostolic teachings-especially about Jesus, God's Son come in the flesh-in the face of Gnostic infiltration into the church.As you read these epistles, you can discover how to live in the truth, love other Christians, stay clear of deceivers, and remain faithful to the orthodox teaching that Jesus is fully God and fully man. Biblical Studies/Commentaries