2 John 1:11

for if you encourage them you share in their evil work.

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In The King James Version

For he that biddeth him God speed is partaker of his evil deeds.

In Context

10If people come to you and don't show evidence of Christ's teaching, don't take them in, don't welcome them—

12I have so many things to tell you that I won't write any more with paper and ink, for I hope to visit you and talk with you face to face. How happy that would make us!

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Cross References

Psalms 50:18When you see people stealing, you admire them; you associate with adulterers.

1 Timothy 5:22Don't be in a hurry to lay hands on anyone; and don't get involved in the sins of others. Keep yourself pure.

Matthew Henry on 2 John 1:11-12

Caution against Seducers. ( a. d. 90.) 10 If there come any unto you, and bring not this doctrine, receive him not into your house, neither bid him God speed: 11 For he that biddeth him God speed is partaker of his evil deeds. Here, I. Upon due warning given concerning seducers, the apostle gives direction concerning the treatment of such. They are not to be entertained as the ministers of Christ. The Lord Christ will distinguish them from such, and so would he have his disciples. The direction is negative. 1.… Read the whole commentary →

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