Expositor's Bible Commentary Commentary 2 John 1:2

"for the truth`s sake which abideth in us, and it shall be with us for ever:" — 2 John 1:2 (ASV)

John goes on to explain why the community of love can be so inclusive. Love relates to the truth, which lives in us and will be with us forever. Truth, for him, is more than what is objectively known. It is that which indwells believers, permeating their whole existence. Because it is the truth of God, it has no temporal limitation. Love and truth are not passing sentiments, nor are they dependent on depths of emotional feeling or the strength of one’s personal commitment. Love and truth originate in God. Like him, they endure without changing, and their splendor never fades.