2nd John deals with the peril from ____________.

• A. False teaching
• B. Heresy
• C. Disputes over leadership
• D. Dissent in worship

Answer: (A)

The main idea being tested is guarding against false teaching. In 2 John, the peril is posed by deceivers who do not hold to the teaching of Christ—specifically those who deny Jesus has come in the flesh and who do not abide in the truth of Christ’s message. The text emphasizes not showing hospitality or hospitality to such people to avoid aiding the spread of their false doctrine. This makes the issue of false teaching the core concern, rather than disputes over leadership or worship practices. While related terms like heresy describe false doctrines, the emphasis here is on the danger these teachers pose to the church by undermining the true doctrine of Christ.