Reformed (Presbyterian) Lens Commentary: 1 John 2:28-3:3

## Reformed (Presbyterian) Lens Reading of 1 John 2:28-3:3

### Tradition-Specific Interpretation

We read 1 John 2:28-3:3 through the lens of God's covenant faithfulness, seeing the text as an assurance of our adoption as children of God through the covenant of grace. This passage emphasizes our identity in Christ, in whom we are called to abide, as a reflection of our effectual calling and perseverance by sovereign grace. The eschatological hope expressed here aligns with our amillennial understanding — that Christ's return will consummate the kingdom he inaugurated, and we shall be like him, reflecting the glory of the new creation.

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