What does 1 John 3:5 mean?

1 John 3:5 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply 1 John 3:5 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And ye know that he was manifested to take away our sins; and in him is no sin.

3And every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself, even as he is pure.

4Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law.

5And ye know that he was manifested to take away our sins; and in him is no sin.

6Whosoever abideth in him sinneth not: whosoever sinneth hath not seen him, neither known him.

7Little children, let no man deceive you: he that doeth righteousness is righteous, even as he is righteous.

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