A Testament to Christ, Fellowship, and Joy 1 John 1:1-4 When we know the true Jesus Christ, we have fellowship with God and His saints, and we ourselves have joy because of it. 1. Establishment of the witness, concerning the incarnate and eternal Word of Life. (1 John 1:1-2) 2. Establishment of fellowship, with God and His church. (1 John 1:3) 3. Application of joy. (1 John 1:4)