3 John 1 2 Niv Novels & Stories

Shaking her head in a frantic motion, Emmeline fought the intoxicating pull of his proximity. This man was temptation incarnate. He was a walker of iniquity sent to drag her down into a den of ruin. She squeezed her eyes shut and desperately summoned the ultimate shield of her faith to combat the heat pooling in her belly. "Greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. First John chapter four, verse four." She gasped the scripture in a breathless rush, clinging to the verse as a frantic reminder that the holy spirit within her was supposed to conquer the sinful flesh of the world. Yet her body continued its rank betrayal.

We talked about our lives, our dreams, and our fears, finding a sense of comfort and understanding in each other’s company. “Nina,” John said softly as we paused by a small park. “I want you to know that no matter what happens, I’m here for you. Whether as a friend, a boss, or something more, I’ll support you in any way I can.” His words touched my heart, and I felt a surge of affection for him. “Yes Sir,” “I have something for you, ”he said again. “Something? What would it be?

“No, he never remembers dreams. But he’s brave. He always was.” I pushed the door wider. “Nia?” She glanced back, casually. Not startled at all. “Mom, hi.” My throat dried. “Who are you talking to?” She looked genuinely surprised at my question. “Oh, John.” She said simply. I stared at the empty space. Nothing was there. “John?” My voice lowered. “Nia, there’s no one…” “You can’t see him?” she said gently. Then, as if I were the one missing something obvious, “My friend. John, he is very close friends with I and Miss Jean, I talk to them a lot.”