Every spirit] See on v. 1. that confesseth, &c.] And withall embraceth Christ, by relying on him for eternall life. Or, it may be interpreted negatively; No spirit that denieth it, is of God. As 1 Corinthians 10:31. Do all to Gods glory: that is, Do nothing to dishonour him, by offe〈…〉ng his children, as v. 32. that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh] Clothed with it. Is become true man, John 1:14. He doth not say, It come into the flesh, lest any should deny the personall union of both natures in Christ, or think his Godhead comprehended within the limits of his body: but, in the flesh, Romans 8:3. 1 Timothy 3:16. is of God] Is sent of God, and preacheth true doctrine; as v. 6. Yet his person may be unregenerate, as Judas was. Or, doth so far forth speak from God, 1 Corinthians 12:3.