What does 1 John 5:1 mean?

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

How should I apply 1 John 5:1 today?

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

Whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ is born of God: and every one that loveth him that begat loveth him also that is begotten of him.

1Whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ is born of God: and every one that loveth him that begat loveth him also that is begotten of him.

2By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God, and keep his commandments.

3For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments: and his commandments are not grievous.

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