Author: Shalem John

The book of 2 John is one of the shortest books in the New Testament, consisting of a single chapter with only 13 verses. Despite its brevity, it carries profound theological and practical significance for early Christians and remains relevant for believers today. Traditionally, it is attributed to John the Apostle, the same author of the Gospel of John, 1 John, 3 John, and Revelation. The letter is addressed to “the elect lady and her children,” which may refer either to a specific Christian woman and her family or, symbolically, to a local church and its members. The epistle’s central…

The Third Epistle of John, commonly referred to as 3 John, is one of the shortest books in the New Testament, consisting of only one chapter with 14 verses. Despite its brevity, this letter holds significant theological, historical, and practical value, offering a unique glimpse into the early Christian community’s dynamics, interpersonal relationships, and the principles that guided the apostles in promoting faithfulness, hospitality, and integrity. Authorship and Historical ContextThe book is traditionally attributed to the Apostle John, who also authored the Gospel of John and the epistles of 1 John and 2 John. John, often referred to as the…

Since early September, the Trump administration has struck suspected drug-carrying boats in the Caribbean Sea, provoking Latin American nations who see the attacks as a direct affront. Thus far, the administration announced, US forces have attacked ten boats and killed at least 43 people. Last week, the administration expanded its purview, attacking two boats off the coast of South America in the eastern Pacific Ocean.  After the first boat strike, The Bulletin sat down for two conversations to see how Christians can consider this news through the lens of human dignity—one with senior contributor Mike Cosper and editor at large…