BRIEF TEXTUAL OUTLINE: ⁽¹⁾

I. Introduction: The Purpose of the Letter, 1:1-4
II. Conditions for Fellowship, 1:5-2:2
    A. Conformity to a Standard, 1:5-7
    B. Confession of Sin, 1:8-2:2
III. Conduct in Fellowship, 2:3-27
    A. The Character of Our Conduct - Imitation, 2:3-11
    B. The Commandment of Our Conduct - Separation, 2:12-17
    C. The Creed for Our Conduct - Affirmation, 2:18-27
IV. Characteristics of Fellowship, 2:28-3:24
    A. In Relation to Our Prospect: Purity, 2:28-3:3
    B. In Relation to Our Position: Righteousness and Brotherly Love, 3:4-18
    C. In Relation to Our Prayers: Answers, 3:19-24

References:

1. Charles Caldwell Ryrie, "Ryrie Study Bible, expanded edition," p. 1924, New International Version, Moody Press, Chicago, 1994