The parts:
I. Preface, verses 1-3.
II. The discussion, that is, congratulations concerning the acknowledgement of the truth, and an exhortation to constancy, verses 4-11.
III. Epilogue, verses 12, 13.
Heidegger's Bible Handbook: 2 John: Synoptic Outline
Dr. Dilday's Sermon: "The Special Delight of the Communion of Saints"
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1) Introductory review
a) The salutation (verses 1-3)
b) The body (verse 4-11)
2) Analysis
a) Verse 12
b) Verse 13
3) Doctrine: The communion of saints is one of the chief delights of the Christian life.
a) John’s doctrine
b) The doctrine of the Westminster Standards
WLC 63: What are the special privileges of the visible church? The visible church hath the privilege of being under God’s special care and government; of being protected and preserved in all ages, notwithstanding the opposition of all enemies; and of enjoying the communion of saints, the ordinary means of salvation, and offers of grace by Christ to all the membe…
Dr. Dilday's Sermon: "Other Men's Sins, Part 2"
https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermoninfo.asp?SID=1309102987
1) Introduction
2) Doctrine: When a man provides support, practical or emotional, for an endeavor, he becomes a partaker in the moral quality of that endeavor.
a) Our text
b) The broader principle
WLC 99: What rules are to be observed for the right understanding of the ten commandments? For the right understanding of the ten commandments, these rules are to be observed… 8. That in what is commanded to others, we are bound, according to our places and callings, to be helpful to them; and to take heed of partaking with others in what is forbidden them.
c) Helping/partaking in good works
d) Helping/partaking in evil works
e) Application
WCF…
Dr. Dilday's Sermon: "Other Men's Sins, Part 1"
https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermoninfo.asp?SID=1224082247142
1) Introductory review
2) Analysis
a) Verse 10
b) Verse 11
3) Use: Be careful in dealing with any error or errorist that may weaken your commitment to truth or love.
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