New International VersionAnyone who runs ahead and does not continue in the teaching of Christ does not have God; whoever continues in the teaching has both the Father and the Son.
New Living TranslationAnyone who wanders away from this teaching has no relationship with God. But anyone who remains in the teaching of Christ has a relationship with both the Father and the Son.
English Standard VersionEveryone who goes on ahead and does not abide in the teaching of Christ, does not have God. Whoever abides in the teaching has both the Father and the Son.
Berean Standard BibleAnyone who runs ahead without remaining in the teaching of Christ does not have God. Whoever remains in His teaching has both the Father and the Son.
Berean Literal BibleAnyone going on ahead, and not abiding in the teaching of Christ, does not have God. The one abiding in the teaching, this one has both the Father and the Son.
King James BibleWhosoever transgresseth, and abideth not in the doctrine of Christ, hath not God. He that abideth in the doctrine of Christ, he hath both the Father and the Son.
New King James VersionWhoever transgresses and does not abide in the doctrine of Christ does not have God. He who abides in the doctrine of Christ has both the Father and the Son.
New American Standard BibleAnyone who goes too far and does not remain in the teaching of Christ, does not have God; the one who remains in the teaching has both the Father and the Son.
NASB 1995Anyone who goes too far and does not abide in the teaching of Christ, does not have God; the one who abides in the teaching, he has both the Father and the Son.
NASB 1977Anyone who goes too far and does not abide in the teaching of Christ, does not have God; the one who abides in the teaching, he has both the Father and the Son.
Legacy Standard BibleAnyone who goes too far and does not abide in the teaching of Christ, does not have God. The one who abides in the teaching, he has both the Father and the Son.
Amplified BibleAnyone who runs on ahead and does not remain in the doctrine of Christ [that is, one who is not content with what He taught], does not have God; but the one who continues to remain in the teaching [of Christ does have God], he has both the Father and the Son.
Christian Standard BibleAnyone who does not remain in Christ’s teaching but goes beyond it does not have God. The one who remains in that teaching, this one has both the Father and the Son.
Holman Christian Standard BibleAnyone who does not remain in Christ’s teaching but goes beyond it, does not have God. The one who remains in that teaching, this one has both the Father and the Son.
American Standard VersionWhosoever goeth onward and abideth not in the teaching of Christ, hath not God: he that abideth in the teaching, the same hath both the Father and the Son.
Contemporary English VersionDon't keep changing what you were taught about Christ, or else God will no longer be with you. But if you hold firmly to what you were taught, both the Father and the Son will be with you.
English Revised VersionWhosoever goeth onward and abideth not in the teaching of Christ, hath not God: he that abideth in the teaching, the same hath both the Father and the Son.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationEveryone who doesn't continue to teach what Christ taught doesn't have God. The person who continues to teach what Christ taught has both the Father and the Son.
Good News TranslationAnyone who does not stay with the teaching of Christ, but goes beyond it, does not have God. Whoever does stay with the teaching has both the Father and the Son.
International Standard VersionEveryone who does not remain true to the teaching of the Messiah, but goes beyond it, does not have God. The person who remains true to the teaching of the Messiah has both the Father and the Son.
NET BibleEveryone who goes on ahead and does not remain in the teaching of Christ does not have God. The one who remains in this teaching has both the Father and the Son.
New Heart English BibleWhoever goes on and does not remain in the teaching of Christ, does not have God. He who remains in the teaching, the same has both the Father and the Son.
Webster's Bible TranslationWhoever transgresseth, and abideth not in the doctrine of Christ, hath not God. He that abideth in the doctrine of Christ, he hath both the Father and the Son.
Weymouth New TestamentNo one has God, who instead of remaining true to the teaching of Christ, presses on in advance: but he who remains true to that teaching has both the Father and the Son. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnyone who transgresses without remaining in the teaching of Christ does not have God. Whoever remains in the teaching of Christ has both the Father and the Son.
World English BibleWhoever transgresses and doesn’t remain in the teaching of Christ doesn’t have God. He who remains in the teaching has both the Father and the Son. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versioneveryone who is transgressing, and is not remaining in the teaching of the Christ, does not have God; he who is remaining in the teaching of the Christ, this one has both the Father and the Son;
Berean Literal BibleAnyone going on ahead, and not abiding in the teaching of Christ, does not have God. The one abiding in the teaching, this one has both the Father and the Son.
Young's Literal Translation every one who is transgressing, and is not remaining in the teaching of the Christ, hath not God; he who is remaining in the teaching of the Christ, this one hath both the Father and the Son;
Smith's Literal TranslationEvery one passing by, and not remaining in the teaching of Christ, has not God. He remaining in the teaching of Christ, the same also has the Father and the Son. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWhosoever revolteth, and continueth not in the doctrine of Christ, hath not God. He that continueth in the doctrine, the same hath both the Father and the Son.
Catholic Public Domain VersionEveryone who withdraws and does not remain in the doctrine of Christ, does not have God. Whoever remains in the doctrine, such a one as this has both the Father and the Son.
New American BibleAnyone who is so “progressive” as not to remain in the teaching of the Christ does not have God; whoever remains in the teaching has the Father and the Son.
New Revised Standard VersionEveryone who does not abide in the teaching of Christ, but goes beyond it, does not have God; whoever abides in the teaching has both the Father and the Son. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWhosoever transgresses, and does not abide in the teaching of Christ, does not have God. He who abides in His doctrine, has both the Father and the Son.
Aramaic Bible in Plain EnglishNo one who is a violator and does not continue in the teaching of The Messiah has God in him. He who continues in his teaching, this one has The Father and The Son. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentWhoever transgresses, and abides not in the teaching of the Christ, has not God: he that abides in the teaching of the Christ, has both the Father and the Son.
Godbey New TestamentEvery one going forth, and not abiding in the teaching of Christ, has not God; the one abiding in the teaching, the same has both the Father and the Son.
Haweis New TestamentEvery one that transgresseth and abideth not in the doctrine of Christ, hath not God: he that abideth in the doctrine of Christ, this man holdeth both the Father and the Son.
Mace New Testamentno renegado that deserts the doctrine of Christ, has any interest in the deity: he that adheres to the doctrine of Christ, has an interest both in the father, and in the son.
Weymouth New TestamentNo one has God, who instead of remaining true to the teaching of Christ, presses on in advance: but he who remains true to that teaching has both the Father and the Son.
Worrell New TestamentEvery one who leads forward, and abides not in the teaching of Christ, has not God. He that abides in the teaching, the same has both the Father and the Son.
Worsley New TestamentWhosoever transgresseth, and abideth not in the doctrine of Christ, hath not God: but he, that abideth in the doctrine of Christ, hath both the Father and the Son.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Beware of Deceivers… 8Watch yourselves, so that you do not lose what we have worked for, but that you may be fully rewarded. 9Anyonewhoruns aheadwithoutremainingintheteachingof Christdoes not haveGod.WhoeverremainsinHisteachinghasboththeFatherandtheSon.10If anyone comes to you but does not bring this teaching, do not receive him into your home or even greet him.…
Cross References John 15:4-7Remain 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. / 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. / If anyone does not remain in Me, he is like a branch that is thrown away and withers. Such branches are gathered up, thrown into the fire, and burned. ...
1 John 2:23-24Whoever denies the Son does not have the Father, but whoever confesses the Son has the Father as well. / As for you, let what you have heard from the beginning remain in you. If it does, you will also remain in the Son and in the Father.
1 John 4:15If anyone confesses that Jesus is the Son of God, God abides in him, and he in God.
John 14:23-24Jesus replied, “If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word. My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our home with him. / Whoever does not love Me does not keep My words. The word that you hear is not My own, but it is from the Father who sent Me.
1 John 2:22Who is the liar, if it is not the one who denies that Jesus is the Christ? This is the antichrist, who denies the Father and the Son.
1 John 5:12Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life.
2 Timothy 3:14-15But as for you, continue in the things you have learned and firmly believed, since you know from whom you have learned them. / From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.
Hebrews 3:14We have come to share in Christ if we hold firmly to the end the assurance we had at first.
Galatians 1:8-9But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let him be under a curse! / As we have said before, so now I say again: If anyone is preaching to you a gospel contrary to the one you received, let him be under a curse!
Matthew 7:21-23Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father in heaven. / Many will say to Me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?’ / Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you workers of lawlessness!’
Colossians 2:6-7Therefore, just as you have received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to walk in Him, / rooted and built up in Him, established in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.
1 Corinthians 3:11For no one can lay a foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ.
Romans 8:9You, however, are controlled not by the flesh, but by the Spirit, if the Spirit of God lives in you. And if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he does not belong to Christ.
John 8:31So He said to the Jews who had believed Him, “If you continue in My word, you are truly My disciples.
2 Peter 2:1Now there were also false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the Master who bought them—bringing swift destruction on themselves.
Treasury of Scripture Whoever transgresses, and stays not in the doctrine of Christ, has not God. He that stays in the doctrine of Christ, he has both the Father and the Son. abideth not. John 15:6 If a man abide not in me, he is cast forth as a branch, and is withered; and men gather them, and castthem into the fire, and they are burned. 1 John 2:22-24 Who is a liar but he that denieth that Jesus is the Christ? He is antichrist, that denieth the Father and the Son… the doctrine. John 7:16,17 Jesus answered them, and said, My doctrine is not mine, but his that sent me… Acts 2:42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. Colossians 3:16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. hath not. Matthew 11:27 All things are delivered unto me of my Father: and no man knoweth the Son, but the Father; neither knoweth any man the Father, save the Son, andhe to whomsoever the Son will revealhim. Luke 10:22 All things are delivered to me of my Father: and no man knoweth who the Son is, but the Father; and who the Father is, but the Son, andhe to whom the Son will revealhim. John 5:23 That allmen should honour the Son, even as they honour the Father. He that honoureth not the Son honoureth not the Father which hath sent him. He that. Hebrews 3:14 For we are made partakers of Christ, if we hold the beginning of our confidence stedfast unto the end; he hath. 1 John 1:3 That which we have seen and heard declare we unto you, that ye also may have fellowship with us: and truly our fellowshipis with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ. Jump to Previous AbideAbidesAbidethAdvanceAheadChristContinueContinuesDoctrineFarForwardGoesInsteadKeepsOnwardPressesRemainingRunsTeachingTransgressesTransgressethTrue.Jump to Next AbideAbidesAbidethAdvanceAheadChristContinueContinuesDoctrineFarForwardGoesInsteadKeepsOnwardPressesRemainingRunsTeachingTransgressesTransgressethTrue.2 John 1 1.He exhorts a certain honorable matron, with her children, to persevere in Christian love and belief,8.lest they lose the reward of their former profession;10.and to have nothing to do with those seducers that bring not the true doctrine of Christ Jesus.Anyone who runs ahead without remaining in the teaching of ChristThis phrase warns against moving beyond the foundational teachings of Jesus Christ. In the early church, false teachers often introduced new doctrines that deviated from the apostolic teachings. The phrase "runs ahead" suggests a departure from the established truth, similar to the warnings in Galatians 1:6-9 about turning to a different gospel. The teaching of Christ refers to the core doctrines delivered by Jesus and His apostles, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the original message. This reflects the cultural context of the time, where Gnosticism and other heresies were emerging, challenging the early church's beliefs. does not have God
This part underscores the seriousness of deviating from Christ's teachings. In the Johannine context, having God is synonymous with having a relationship with Him, as seen in 1John 2:23, which states that denying the Son means not having the Father. The phrase implies that true fellowship with God is contingent upon remaining faithful to the teachings of Christ. This aligns with the broader biblical theme that obedience and adherence to God's word are essential for a genuine relationship with Him, as seen throughout the Old and New Testaments. Whoever remains in His teaching
Remaining in His teaching implies a steadfast commitment to the doctrines and instructions given by Jesus. This echoesJohn 15:4-7, where Jesus speaks about abiding in Him as a branch abides in the vine. The concept of remaining or abiding is central to Johannine theology, emphasizing a continuous, active relationship with Christ. Historically, this was crucial for the early church as it faced external pressures and internal divisions, necessitating a firm grounding in apostolic teaching. has both the Father and the Son
This phrase highlights the unity and relationship between the Father and the Son, a central tenet of Christian doctrine. It affirms that accepting and adhering to the teachings of Christ ensures a relationship with both the Father and the Son, as seen inJohn 14:23, where Jesus promises that those who love Him and keep His word will be loved by the Father, and both will make their home with them. This reflects the Trinitarian understanding of God, where the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are distinct yet one, a mystery that is foundational to Christian belief. Persons / Places / Events 1. John the ApostleThe author of this epistle, John was one of Jesus' closest disciples and is traditionally understood to be the "beloved disciple." He wrote this letter to warn against false teachings and to encourage adherence to the true doctrine of Christ. 2. The Elect Lady and Her ChildrenThe recipients of the letter, possibly a specific woman and her family or a metaphorical reference to a local church and its members. 3. False TeachersIndividuals who were spreading teachings contrary to the doctrine of Christ, likely Gnostic influences that denied the incarnation of Jesus. 4. The Teaching of ChristRefers to the core doctrines and teachings that Jesus imparted, which are foundational to Christian faith. 5. God the Father and God the SonCentral figures in Christian theology, emphasizing the relationship and unity between the Father and the Son, which is essential to the Christian faith. Teaching Points The Importance of Sound DoctrineRemaining in the teaching of Christ is crucial for maintaining a true relationship with God. Sound doctrine acts as a safeguard against deception and false teachings. The Danger of Innovation in Doctrine"Running ahead" suggests moving beyond or outside the established teachings of Christ. This can lead to spiritual peril and separation from God. Unity of the Father and the SonUnderstanding and accepting the unity between the Father and the Son is essential for a complete and authentic Christian faith. Vigilance Against False TeachingsChristians must be discerning and vigilant, testing all teachings against the truth of Scripture to ensure they align with the teachings of Christ. Abiding in ChristA continuous, active relationship with Christ through His teachings is necessary for spiritual growth and assurance of salvation. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of 2 John 1:9?
2.What does "not continue in the teaching of Christ" mean for believers today?
3.How can we ensure we "have both the Father and the Son"?
4.Why is abiding in Christ's teaching crucial for our spiritual walk?
5.How does 2 John 1:9 relate to John 15:4 about abiding in Christ?
6.What practical steps help us remain in "the teaching of Christ"?
7.What does 2 John 1:9 mean by "abiding in the teaching of Christ"?
8.How does 2 John 1:9 define true Christian faith?
9.Why is it important to "remain in the teaching" according to 2 John 1:9?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 John 1?
11.What does the Bible say about self-forgiveness?
12.Who is the elect lady mentioned in 2 John?
13.What is the main message of 2 John?
14.How do we harmonize 3 John 1’s emphasis on truth and hospitality with other New Testament passages that appear to prioritize different virtues?What Does 2 John 1:9 Mean Anyone who runs aheadPicture a runner who leaves the course and darts off on a shortcut. John is describing teachers or listeners who sprint ahead of the apostolic track, adding ideas, practices, or revelations that Christ never gave. Scripture warns against this kind of detour: •Galatians 1:6-9 shows how quickly the Galatians deserted to “a different gospel.” •1 Timothy 6:3-4 speaks of those who “advance a different doctrine” and end up “puffed up with conceit.” Running ahead looks energetic, even visionary, yet it immediately places someone outside the safe boundaries God has set in His Word.
without remaining in the teaching of ChristThe key word is “remaining.” Jesus used the very same idea inJohn 15:4, “Remain in Me, and I will remain in you.” Abiding means staying put in what we have heard from the beginning (1 John 2:24). It is not passive; it is a daily choice to let the words of Christ shape our thinking, worship, morality, and relationships. When people chase new trends or so-called deeper truths that contradict Scripture, they are no longer remaining.
does not have GodJohn’s verdict is sobering. To leave the doctrine of Christ is to lose fellowship with God Himself. •John 15:6 warns that the branch that does not remain in the vine “is thrown away and withers.” •1 John 5:11-12 teaches that life is found only “in His Son.” Departure from Christ’s teaching is not a minor misstep; it severs the life-giving connection with the Father.
Whoever remains in His teachingStability is possible. Believers who stay rooted in the gospel show it by: • Continuing “steadfastly in the apostles’ teaching” (Acts 2:42). • Keeping Christ’s words, which leads to the Father and Son making their home with them (John 14:23). Remaining is marked by humble submission to Scripture, prayerful dependence, and willingness to correct course whenever the Word exposes error.
has both the Father and the SonWhat a promise! To abide in Christ’s doctrine is to enjoy full, unbroken fellowship with the triune God. •1 John 2:23 affirms, “Whoever acknowledges the Son has the Father also.” • Jesus defines eternal life as knowing “the only true God, and Jesus Christ” (John 17:3). When we cling to Christ’s teaching, we do not merely possess correct information; we possess the very presence of God.
summary2 John 1:9 draws a clear line: stay within the doctrinal boundaries laid down by Christ and His apostles, and you will walk in living fellowship with both the Father and the Son. Step outside those boundaries—by adding, subtracting, or “running ahead”—and that fellowship is lost. Abiding is the daily, practical safeguard that keeps believers tethered to truth and alive to God. Verse 9. - For whosoever transgresseth πᾶς ὁ παραβαίνων we must substitute whosoever advancethπᾶς ὁ προάγων: both external and internal evidence are strongly in favour of this correction. "Whosoever advanceth" probably means whosoever goes beyond revealed truth and professes to teach something more profound. Gnostic teachers professed to have advanced a long way beyond the simple facts and simple moral teaching of the gospel; they "knew the depths;" they had "things ineffable, secret, higher than the heavens," to disclose; and these secret things were often not merely incompatible with Scripture, but a complete reversal of it. But it is possible that πᾶς ὁ προάγων may mean no more than "every one who takes the lead," i.e., chooses a line for himself, which in matters of doctrine means creating a heresy.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Greek Anyoneπᾶς(pas)Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3956:All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.whoὁ(ho)Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.runs aheadπροάγων(proagōn)Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4254:From pro and ago; to lead forward; intransitively, to precede (participle, previous).withoutμὴ(mē)Adverb
Strong's 3361:Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether.remainingμένων(menōn)Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3306:To remain, abide, stay, wait; with acc: I wait for, await. A primary verb; to stay.inἐν(en)Preposition
Strong's 1722:In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.theτῇ(tē)Article - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.teachingδιδαχῇ(didachē)Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1322:Teaching, doctrine, what is taught. From didasko; instruction.of ChristΧριστοῦ(Christou)Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 5547:Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.does not haveἔχει(echei)Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2192:To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold.God.Θεὸν(Theon)Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316:A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.Whoeverὁ(ho)Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.remainsμένων(menōn)Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3306:To remain, abide, stay, wait; with acc: I wait for, await. A primary verb; to stay.inἐν(en)Preposition
Strong's 1722:In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.[His]τῇ(tē)Article - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.teachingδιδαχῇ(didachē)Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1322:Teaching, doctrine, what is taught. From didasko; instruction.hasἔχει(echei)Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2192:To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold.bothκαὶ(kai)Conjunction
Strong's 2532:And, even, also, namely.theτὸν(ton)Article - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.FatherΠατέρα(Patera)Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3962:Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'.andκαὶ(kai)Conjunction
Strong's 2532:And, even, also, namely.theτὸν(ton)Article - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.Son.Υἱὸν(Huion)Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5207:A son, descendent. Apparently a primary word; a 'son', used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship.
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