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2 John 1:2

because of the truth that remains in us and will be with us forever.

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In The King James Version

For the truth’s sake, which dwelleth in us, and shall be with us for ever.

In Context

1From the elder to the chosen lady and her children, whom I love in truth—and not only I, but also all those who have known the truth—

3Grace, mercy, and peace will be with us from God the Father and from Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love.

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Cross References

John 15:7If you remain in me, and if my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.

2 Corinthians 4:5For we do not proclaim ourselves, but Christ Jesus as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus' sake.

2 Timothy 1:5I have been reminded of your genuine faith, which lived first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am convinced that it lives in you also.

2 Peter 1:12Therefore I will always be ready to remind you of these things, although you know them, and although you are strong in the truth you now have.

1 John 2:14I have written to you, fathers, because you know the one who is from the beginning. I have written to you, young men, because you are strong, and the word of God remains in you, and you have overcome the evil one.

Matthew Henry on 2 John 1:2-5

Salutation. ( a. d. 90.) 1 The elder unto the elect lady and her children, whom I love in the truth; and not I only, but also all they that have known the truth; 2 For the truth's sake, which dwelleth in us, and shall be with us for ever. 3 Grace be with you, mercy, and peace, from God the Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love. 4 I rejoiced greatly that I found of thy children walking in truth, as we have received a commandment from the Father. Ancient epistles began, as… Read the whole commentary →

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