2 John 1:3
Grace be with you, mercy, and peace, from God the Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love.
2 JOHN 1:3
This verse offers a benediction language that links God the Father and Jesus Christ with a particular emphasis on truth and love. The Father and the Son are not separated from the Spirit’s work in human hearts; rather, grace, mercy, and peace come in relationship—“from God the Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father.” The connecting phrase “in truth and love” indicates that the Christian life flows where truth and love intersect.
It foregrounds Trinitarian relationship while tying doctrine to ethics. Grace, mercy, and peace are not abstract blessings but gifts that empower living in alignment with truth and love. The verse communicates that true Christian community manifests both doctrinal integrity and relational warmth.
Ways to apply:
- Extend grace and mercy in your family and church, mirroring God’s gracious posture.
- Pray for peace that comes from living in truth, not merely avoiding conflict.
- Practice truthful love: speak honestly and kindly, pursuing reconciliation when there’s division.
- Cultivate a culture where Bible-centered truth and compassionate action go hand in hand.
Cross-References: Romans 15:5–6; 2 Corinthians 13:11; 1 Corinthians 13:1–3; Galatians 5:22–23; 1 John 4:7–12