As we wrap up 1 John, we take a fresh look at John the Beloved. Why does it
matter that he saw himself as “the one Jesus loved”? Perhaps it’s connected
with the reality of the depth of God’s womb-like compassion for his
children…and that, says 1 John, is what we are! When we reflect on 1 John
in light of the gospel account of John, there’s a richness to the character
of Jesus that we see more clearly. We are invited to look closer at the
power of the Spirit, of testimony, and one final “p.s.” of 1 John 5.