Scripture: One Book at a Time
The whole of Sacred Scripture is a single narrative that promises and points to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior of the World. It is an epic story, the greatest ever told, and told "one book at a time." Each book makes it contribution to the narrative as God reveals God's self to us and his desire that all be saved.
Lesson 70 -Letters of John
The three letters of John are theologically and pastoral letters that are likely addressing communities that were supported by the Apostle John, John the Presbyter, or a person associated with the Johannine communities. There continues to be debate and speculation about the author – but his concerns are clearly connected to the major themes of the Gospel of John.
The first letter deals with theological concerns – perhaps docetism or gnosticism – early heresies about the person and nature of Jesus. The other letters, both quite short, deal with pastoral concerns about living an authentic Christian life.