1.8 KiB
Connecting Statement:
Starting in verse 29, John introduces the idea of being born into God's family. The previous verses show that believers continue to sin; this part shows that believers also have the new nature, which cannot sin. It continues to show how believers can recognize each other.
As for you
This marks John's telling them something else about how they should live as followers of Jesus instead of following those who are against Christ.
the anointing
This refers to "God's Spirit." See the note about "anointing" in 1 John 2:20.
as his anointing teaches you everything
Here the word "everything" is a generalization. AT: "because his anointing teaches you everything that you need to know" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole)
remain in him
To remain in someone means to continue to have fellowship with him. See how you translated "remains in God" in 1 John 2:5-6. AT: "continue to have fellowship with him" or "stay joined with him" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor)
Now
This word is used here to mark a new part of the letter.
dear children
John was an elderly man and their leader. He used this expression to show his love for them. See how you translated this in 1 John 2:1. AT: "my dear children in Christ" or "you who are as dear to me as my own children" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor)
he appears
"we see him"
boldness
"confidence"
not be ashamed before him
"not be ashamed in his presence"
at his coming
"when he comes again"
has been born from him
"has been born of God" or "is God's child"