- Read through 1 John multiple times without stopping (5 to 10 times).
- Next, read through 1 John noting the structure (make an outline of the different parts of the letter).
- What is repeated? What is contrasted?
- Answer the following questions from the text (don't consult a commentary or Bible informational notes).
- Who is the author?
- Who is the audience/recipient of the letter?
- What is the context of the letter? Why is it written? What's going on?
1 John Study Instructions