Who Wrote 2 John? The Elder in 2 John 1:1
The first line of 2 John does not give a personal name. It gives a title, The elder, and with it a claim to recognized authority and a love for the readers that is grounded in truth.
2 John 1: Walking in Truth and Love Together
Second John is a short letter from an elder to a chosen lady and her children, commending those who walk in truth and urging love lived out through obedience. It warns against deceivers who deny that Jesus Christ came in the flesh and tells the readers not to welcome such teachers or share in their evil deeds.
2 John Bible Study: Seeing Jesus in 2 John
A faithful, original Bible study of 2 John that traces the book’s message to Jesus Christ.
2 John Bible Study Guide: Summary, Themes, Outline, and Gospel Connections
A Scripture-first Sermon Academy guide to 2 John Bible study guide with biblical context, study questions, teaching help, and related resources.