I John

Author

John. He was a son of Zebedee, a brother of James, a disciple of Jesus, an apostle. John wrote five New Testament books:

• The Gospel of John
• the three letters called I John, 2 John, and 3 John
• the book called Revelation.

Purpose

John says he is writing:

• 1:3 so that ye also may have fellowship with us.
• 1:4 so that your joy may be full.
• 2:1 so that ye sin not.
• 2:26 concerning them that seduce you.
• 5:13 so that ye may know that ye have eternal life,
• 5:13 so that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.

According to I John 2:12-14:

12. I write unto you, little children, because your sins are forgiven you for his name's sake.
13. I write unto you, fathers, because ye have known him that is from the beginning.
    I write unto you, young men, because ye have overcome the wicked one.
    I write unto you, little children, because ye have known the Father.
14. I have written unto you, fathers, because ye have known him that is from the beginning.
    I have written unto you, young men, because ye are strong,
    and the word of God abideth in you,
    and ye have overcome the wicked one.”

Major Themes

1. Light
2. Love
3. Life