1 John 2:20,26-27 Devotionals, Articles & Bible Study

²⁰You, however, have an anointing from the Holy One, and all of you know the truth.

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²⁶I have written these things to you about those who are trying to deceive you.

²⁷And as for you, the anointing you received from Him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you. But just as His true and genuine anointing teaches you about all things, so remain in Him as you have been taught.

— 1 John 2:20,26-27

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Illustration of 1 John 2:20-21 NIV

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