Bible (ASV) NT 23: 1 John

The "Bible (ASV) NT 23: 1 John" is a book found in the New Testament of the Bible, specifically the American Standard Version. It is known as the First Epistle of John and is categorized as one of the "general" or catholic epistles. This particular book was written in Ephesus around 90-110 AD, possibly by the same author(s) who wrote the Gospel of John and the other two epistles of John. Unlike a traditional letter, the First Epistle of John takes the form of a sermon. Its main purpose is to counter a heresy that claimed Jesus did not come in the flesh but only existed as a spirit. The epistle refutes this belief and emphasizes the importance of Jesus' physical presence. It also provides guidance for Christians to identify true teachers based on their ethical behavior, their proclamation of Jesus in human form, and their expression of love. Overall, the First Epistle of John serves as a significant text within