2 John 1:9

German Interlinear 1979 (Interlinearübersetzung)

Jeder Weitergehende und nicht Bleibende in der Lehre Christi Gott nicht hat; der Bleibende in der Lehre, der sowohl den Vater als auch den Sohn hat.

Was bedeutet das?

This verse from the second letter of John warns that anyone who does not follow Christ's teachings is without God. It emphasizes that staying true to Jesus' teachings means having both God the Father and God the Son in your life.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine you're playing a game, and if you break its rules, you can't play anymore. This verse says that following Jesus’ rules is like playing by the rules of a great game where the prize is knowing God. If you don’t follow these rules, you miss out on this special relationship.

Historischer Hintergrund

The Second Epistle of John was written by the Apostle John to a group of early Christians around AD 95-100. It’s aimed at preserving orthodox Christian teachings against false teachers who were spreading heretical ideas about Jesus and God.

Anwendung für heute

In today's context, this verse can guide individuals in maintaining their faith despite external pressures or influences that contradict Christ's teachings. For example, a believer might face peer pressure to engage in harmful behaviors; clinging to the doctrine of Christ helps them resist such temptations.

Themen

• faith
• doctrine
• salvation
• heresy
• orthodoxy
• truth

Verwandte Verse

• 1 John 2:7-8
• John 14:6
• Matthew 7:21-23
• Galatians 5:4
• Colossians 2:8

Häufige Fragen

What is the main warning in 2 John 1:9?

The verse warns that those who do not abide by Christ’s teachings are without God.

How does staying true to Jesus' teachings benefit us according to this verse?

According to 2 John 1:9, abiding in the doctrine of Christ means having both God the Father and the Son in one's life.

Can you provide an example of how this verse can be applied in daily life?

A believer might face peer pressure to engage in harmful behaviors; relying on Jesus' teachings helps resist such temptations, as suggested by 2 John 1:9.

What are some cross-references that help understand the context of 2 John 1:9 better?

Verses like 1 John 2:7-8 and Galatians 5:4 provide thematic parallels to understanding the importance of adhering to Christ's teachings as mentioned in 2 John 1:9.