So this week, the apostle John very tenderly yet very earnestly writes to his audience with discussion on some heavy weight contenders for theological doctrines: our advocate in Jesus, tests of obedience and love, levels of spiritual growth, temptations from the world, and false teachers, whom John comes right out and calls antichrists.  I think as these "tests" begin to take shape, we also see how they are meant to be assurances to the faithful followers of Jesus. John isn't writing to scare people, he's writing to give them real assurance when their faith has been shaken. For a little extra for no charge, follow She Walks Worthy Podcast on Facebook or Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566142198837 SheWalksWorthyPodcast (@shewalksworthypodcast) • Instagram photos and videos Follow along for Women's Bible Study or Bible Study for Women (however you prefer to say it!), Beginners Bible Study, Teen Bible Study, Bible Study for New Christians, Busy Mom's Bible Study, Working Woman Bible Study, Mature Christian Bible Study, 1 John 2 | Jesus is our advocate | Jesus is our propitiation | assurance | fellowship | test of obedience | test of love | new commandment | spiritual growth | spiritual maturity | desires of the flesh | desires of the eyes | the pride of life | antichrist | antichrists