Welcome to the Hope Bible School verse-by-verse Bible study of 1 John. This is Jeff M Newman. Get a new lesson every other week on Mondays at 12:00 PM Pacific.
In Lesson 66, we are going to study the last part of 1 John 2:27.
Let’s read the verse.
1 John 2:27...But just as the same anointing teaches you concerning all things and is true and is no lie, and just as it has taught you, you shall abide in Him.
I’m going to break this lesson up into three parts.
Let’s define the words of the first part, which says “But just as the same anointing teaches you concerning all things…”
But (235. alla) — Indicates a contrast; can be understood as "however" or "nevertheless."
Just as (5613. hós) — Means "in the same manner" or "exactly as."
The same (846. autos) — Refers back to the previously mentioned anointing (the Holy Spirit).
Anointing (5545. chrisma) — Refers to the spiritual gifting or empowerment given by the Holy Spirit to believers.
Teaches (1321. didaskó) — Means to instruct, explain, or impart understanding.
You (4771. su) — Refers to the believer being addressed, the reader or listener.
Concerning (4012. peri) — Means "about" or "regarding."
All things (3956. pas) — Refers to everything necessary and relevant for truth and godly living.
The anointing refers to the Holy Spirit who lives in every believer. This is the same anointing we studied in Lesson 65.
This anointing is a special empowerment from God that leads you into a full understanding of His truth so you can live a godly life.
The Holy Spirit doesn’t just teach you one lesson, He teaches you all the spiritual truths and principles you need to grow in godliness.
He is able to teach you all things because He knows all things.
In 1 John 3:20, we are assured that God's knowledge is perfect and far greater than our own understanding or emotions. Because of this, we can trust that He is fully able to teach us all things through His Spirit.
1 John 3:20 Even if our hearts condemn us, God is greater than our hearts, and He knows all things.
In John 14:26, Jesus promises that the Holy Spirit will teach you all things and help you understand everything you need to know about Him.
John 14:26 But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have told you.
Now, let’s define the words for the second part of this verse, which says, “and is true and is no lie…”
And is true (2532. kai) (227. aléthés) — Means this is an undeniable reality, fully tested and proven to be true (according to HELPS Word Studies).
And is no lie (2532. kai) (3756. ou, ouk, ouch) (5579. pseudos) — Means it is not a falsehood or untruth.
Everything the Holy Spirit, the “anointing,” teaches you is true and never a lie.
This is because God cannot lie (Titus 1:2).
Remember, any teaching that contradicts God’s Word is false, no matter how popular or convincing it may seem.
Stay close to God’s Word and let the Spirit guide and teach you the truth.
He will never lead you astray.
In John 16:13, Jesus tells us that when the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all truth. Everything He teaches is true, nothing He says is a lie.
John 16:13 However, when the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all truth…
Now, let’s define the words for the third part of the verse, which says, “and just as it has taught you, you shall abide in Him.”
And just as it has taught you (2532. kai) (2531. kathos) (1321. didaskó) (1321. didaskó) — Means in the same way that the anointing—the Holy Spirit—has imparted knowledge or instruction to you.
You shall abide in Him (3306. menó) (846. autos) — Means to remain, continue, or dwell in close relationship and fellowship with God.
This part of the verse reminds us that just as the Holy Spirit teaches us all things, we are called to remain in a faithful ongoing relationship with God, trusting, obeying, and walking with Him every day.
The Spirit of God will continue to teach and guide you. He wants you to learn from Him and grow in truth.
Make it a priority to spend regular time in God’s Word. As you read and meditate on Scripture, ask the Lord to help you know Him more deeply, understand His will, and give you the grace and strength to obey what He teaches.
In John 15:4, we learn that if we are not remaining in a close, ongoing relationship with Christ, we cannot live a spiritually fruitful life. Just as a branch must stay connected to the vine to receive life and nourishment, we must stay connected to Jesus in order to grow, bear fruit, and fulfill God’s purpose for us.
John 15:4 Remain in Me, and I will remain in you. Just as no branch can bear fruit by itself unless it remains in the vine, neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in Me. 5 I am the vine and you are the branches. The one who remains in Me, and I in him, will bear much fruit. For apart from Me you can do nothing.
In conclusion, the anointing that lives in you as a believer will teach you all things necessary for living a godly life. The Spirit can teach you all things because God knows all things. Everything the Spirit teaches is true, for God cannot lie. Therefore, we are called to remain in Him continually.
Be encouraged. The anointing, the Holy Spirit who dwells in you, is your constant teacher, guide, and helper. He will lead you into all truth and guard you from the lies that surround you. Whatever you face, the Spirit is with you to help you live a life that honors God. He will give you the strength to follow His truth.
Let’s read the last part of 1 John 2:27 one more time.
1 John 2:27...But just as the same anointing teaches you concerning all things and is true and is no lie, and just as it has taught you, you shall abide in Him.
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Jeff M Newman
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