1 John 2:20 KJV
But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
Breaking down the Bible verse to better explain it. I will use a reference from bibleref.com to help explain it.
What does 1 John 2:20 mean?
In contrast with the false teachers John described in 2:18–19, he reassures true believers reading this letter that they have been anointed and possess knowledge of the truth. This anointing referred to the Spirit of God being poured out by Jesus “the Holy One” on those who have come to faith in Christ. This anointing “you received from him abides in you” (1 John 2:27), meaning it was lasting. The New Testament described Jesus as the Anointed One (Acts 4:26–27) who also anointed those who believe in Him.
Jesus was also often called the Holy One (Revelation 3:7). This title was used by Simon Peter (John 6:69; Acts 2:27), Paul (Acts 13:35), angels (Revelation 16:5), and even evil spirits (Mark 1:24; Luke 4:34). The idea that “you all have knowledge” refers to a Christian believer’s true knowledge of Jesus as the Christ. The Bible elsewhere parallels knowledge with salvation (Luke 1:77; 1 Corinthians 1:5).
So, it is good to understand what this verse is saying and it is saying I am Anointed as well as why and how I am anointed.
When you get stuck and do not understand what the verse is saying you can look at references or commentaries to help explain what it is you are reading. We are not going to understand everything we read right off the bat. This is why we are to study God’s Word daily.
I like to pray before I begin to read the Bible and ask for God to point out what he wants me to understand about what I am reading as well as understanding what it is I am reading. I think about it and meditate then go look for answers if I am struggling to understand. You have Pastor’s, Sunday School Teachers and friends to turn to for help in understanding it.
It is okay to ask for help when it comes the Bible there is no shame in not knowing the answer or not getting a clear picture of what you are reading. It is why you can turn to your pastor, teachers, or friends at church and as for help. If that is not an option or makes you uncomfortable then you can look it up online or commentary book on the Bible if you have one.
I was struck by this verse this morning. I even shared it with someone and then I just had to run with it and put it here in my blog. I never know what is going to Inspire me and when it does I go for it.
I hope this helped explain a bit more about the verse and understanding it as well.
God bless you and your loved ones.
Amen. Not only as Jesus The Christ, but THE Lord as well. A lot of folks want him as savior, but not Lord of all they do. This is partly what makes people struggle. They don’t have nor want the FULL JESUS.
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