…ply calls himself a presbyter.’ (Eusebius, H.e. VII, xxv.).” 1 John was the brother of James (Acts 12:2), son of Zebedee (Mark 1:20; Luke 5:10) and Salome (Matthew 27:56; Mark 15:40).

John was called to be an apostle by Jesus (Matthew 4:21) and became known as the disciple whom the Lord loved (John 13:23; 20:2; 21:20). John was one of three with Peter and James whom the Lord allowed to be on the mountain when He was transfigured (Matthew 17:1). T…

• John spent the last 20-25 years of his life ministering in Ephasus.
• John did not identify himself in his gospel.

Date:

Approximately 80-90 A.D.

Written To:

1. Destination unknown.
2. External evidence would suggest the same churches mentioned in Revelation.
3. More than likely it was a general letter that was shared among churches of the day.

Theme:

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