Commentaries Referred to Throughout This Study

Though the believer is already connected to Christ (compare John 6:54 with John 6:56; cf. 1 John 3:6 and 4:15), he is commanded to keep his connection to Christ (John 15:4, 1 John 2:28). Inherent in the idea of “abiding” is the doctrine of perseverance, the teaching that a true believer will actively persevere in faith and good works. ................
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