1 John 2:12-14 Three Interpretations

Which of the three interpretations of 1 John 2:12-14 do you follow?

We provide three interpretations represented in 1 John 2:12-14, offering a framework for interpreting and applying the words for the children, fathers, and young men.

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Tthe Flow Diagram: Three Spiritual Stages of Growth

Introduction to the Flow Diagram

The three spiritual stages of growth are closely related to the other stages. Just as a person cannot be born a young adult, neither can he spiritually bypass certain spiritual stages. That being said, physical growth largely depends on the maturing process of time. We are all aware (some painfully!) how we grow older with time. Spiritual growth, however, develops as God’s truth is implanted into our hearts and minds so that it shapes what we think and do.