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Johannine Epsitles (1-3 John) Theme of Good vs. Evil

The elder draws 100% clear lines in the sand about who is good and who is evil. Following the teachings of the elder? Then you're good. Straying from these teachings ever-so-slightly? Sorry, you're now the antichrist.

Hey, we're just the messengers.

Questions About Good vs. Evil

  1. Why do you think the elder calls his opponents "antichrists" and labels them as "evil"? Can't a guy just be wrong without being in league with the devil?
  2. Do you think the elder's black-and-white depiction of good and evil is helpful?
  3. Is there such a thing as good and evil? Or does everything fall into a middle ground somewhere? Why do you think so?
  4. Why does the elder target "the world" as evil? What's so wrong with being worldly?