Summary
We’re turning to a short but powerful letter in the Bible—2 John. It’s addressed to ‘the elect lady and her children.’ Now, there’s some debate about whether that’s a metaphor for a church or a literal mom—but either way, it’s a beautiful image of a woman walking in truth, raising children who walk in love, and protecting her household from false teaching. We’re going to look at what it means to be a woman of truth, love, and legacy—not just for moms, but for anyone who’s ever been called to nurture, guide, or protect the next generation.”
Sermon Questions
- What does it mean to walk in the truth as John describes in verse 4? How have you seen that modeled in your own family — or how do you hope to model it for others?
- Whether the “chosen lady” is an individual or a symbol of the church, she clearly has influence. Who are the spiritual mothers in your life, and what impact have they made?
- Why is it important to hold both truth and love in balance? Can you think of a time when you’ve needed to love someone by telling them the truth — or vice versa?
- John warns against allowing deceivers into the house. In today’s culture, what does it look like to guard your family or spiritual household from destructive influences?
- How can those without children still live into the call to nurture, teach, and protect the next generation in truth and love?
