The Book of 2 John: Advanced Bible Quiz Flashcards

#1

In 2 John 1:1, how does the author identify himself?

📖 2 John 1:1

#2

According to 2 John 1:4, what brings the Elder great joy?

📖 2 John 1:4

#3

What does 2 John 1:5-6 command regarding love and obedience?

📖 2 John 1:5-6

#4

In 2 John 1:7, what specific heresy does the Elder warn against?

📖 2 John 1:7

#5

What warning does the Elder give in 2 John 1:8-9 about losing one's reward?

📖 2 John 1:8-9

#6

According to 2 John 1:9, what happens to those who do not continue in the teaching of Christ?

📖 2 John 1:9

#7

What does the Elder command regarding hospitality to false teachers in 2 John 1:10-11?

📖 2 John 1:10-11

#8

In 2 John 1:12, why does the Elder say he will not write further on paper and ink?

📖 2 John 1:12

#2

Finding that some of the lady's children are walking in the truth

The Elder explicitly states his greatest joy is in learning that some of the lady's children are walking in the truth, reflecting his pastoral concern for spiritual faithfulness.

2 John 1:4

#1

The presbyter (elder)

John identifies himself as "the Elder" (Greek: ho presbytēros) at the beginning of this epistle, a title emphasizing his authority and spiritual maturity in the early church.

2 John 1:1

#4

Deceivers who do not acknowledge Jesus Christ as coming in the flesh

The Elder identifies false teachers who "do not acknowledge Jesus Christ as coming in the flesh" (likely proto-Docetic heresy), characterizing them as deceivers and antichrists.

2 John 1:7

#3

Love one another and walk according to God's commands

The Elder reminds the reader that loving one another means walking according to God's commands—integrating love and obedience as inseparable spiritual practices.

2 John 1:5-6

#6

They do not have God, but whoever continues in the teaching has both the Father and the Son

The Elder states that those who "do not continue in the teaching of Christ do not have God," while those who remain in the teaching have both the Father and the Son.

2 John 1:9

#5

Watch out so that you do not lose what you have worked for, but win a full reward

The Elder urges vigilance in maintaining spiritual progress to receive a full reward, reflecting the New Testament theme of faithfulness affecting one's eschatological reward.

2 John 1:8-9

#8

He hopes to visit in person and speak face to face

The Elder states his intention to visit personally: "I have much to write to you, but I do not want to do so with pen and ink. I hope to see you soon, and we will talk face to face."

2 John 1:12

#7

Do not take them into your home and do not greet them

The Elder explicitly commands: "Do not take such a person into your home. Do not greet them. Anyone who greets them shares in their wicked work," establishing clear boundaries against false teachers.

2 John 1:10-11

#9

Who sends greetings in the closing of 2 John 1:13?

📖 2 John 1:13

#10

Based on 2 John's content and structure, which early church concern does this epistle primarily address?

📖 2 John 1:1-13

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#10

The danger of doctrinal error spreading through traveling false teachers

2 John's central concern is warning against false teachers who deny Christ's incarnation and instructing the community to separate from them, reflecting early church vigilance against doctrinal deception.

2 John 1:1-13

#9

The children of your chosen sister

The letter closes with: "The children of your chosen sister send their greetings," indicating the Elder writes from another community whose members also send greetings to the recipient.

2 John 1:13

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