What purpose is served by God’s temporary permission of wickedness? True love proves itself by deed. (See opening image.). The author calls himself an eyewitness of Jesus' life (chapter 1:1-3) and expresses himself with the authority of a respected, elder spiritual leader. Jehovah has already placed this government in the hands of his Son, who loves mankind and is superbly qualified to rule. “Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am mild-tempered and lowly in heart, and you will find refreshment for yourselves. What great act of love has Jehovah performed in behalf of sinners? 1. TERMS OF USE 37:11) This will come to pass because our loving God always does what is in the best interests of his faithful servants. For it is not sufficient to give a lip-service only. "One who is poor does not have any possessions. Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love. This is how you can recognize the Spirit of God: Every spirit that acknowledges that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is from God, but every spirit that does not acknowledge Jesus is not from God. Add Bookmark. Just a little while longer, and the wicked will be no more . Yes, God’s “invisible qualities are clearly seen from the world’s creation onward, because they are perceived by the things made, even his eternal power and Godship.”​—Rom. We will always be able to count on it. 12 Jehovah’s Word tells us: “Take note of the blameless one, and keep the upright one in sight, for the future of that man will be peaceful. Everything he does is guided by that quality. 4. Further references are made by Irenaeus (around 140 to 202 AC), Clemens of Alexandria (around 150 to 215 AC), Tertullian (around 160 to 220 AC), Papias (around 65 to 150 AC according to Eusebius) and the Muratori Canon (end of 2nd century). What is required of those making up this group? What are some of the many ways in which Jehovah has displayed his great love? [He is the originator of love, and it is an enduring attribute of His nature.] (Rev. For example John writes: "Whosoever abides in him sins not: whosoever sins has not seen him, neither known him" (chap. Jesus truly cares for his subjects and reflects God’s marvelous qualities, especially love. (Prov. God’s Word promises: “Evil men will be done away with, but those hoping in Jehovah will possess the earth. (Psalms 85:10), 1 John 1:1-4 Introduction: The Word of Life, 1 John 1:5-10; 1 John 2:1-12 Characteristics of True Fellowship with God, 1 John 2:28-29; 1 John 3; 1 John 4:1-6 Characteristics of the Children of God, To report dead links, typos, or html errors or suggestions about making these resources more useful use the convenient, Although the First Epistle of John does not bear any author's name it was never seriously doubted that the apostle John is the author of this epistle as well as of the fourth gospel. (Acts 17:31) We can be confident that this will come to pass. The following statements we find in First John only: "God is light" (chap. . God lovingly sent his willing Son to earth (See paragraph 13). 3. Bookmarks Edit. 17 What a contrast there is between Jesus’ loving heavenly kingship and the rulership by humans who have led many millions of people to their death in warfare! What has mankind’s history clearly demonstrated? It also shows the features of this life in its practical realisation in the believers: righteousness and brotherly love. But all the transgressors will be destroyed; the future of wicked people will be cut off.” (Ps. What is God’s dominant quality, and how does knowing this make you feel about him? 8 On earth, Jehovah created everything for the benefit of his creatures designed for earthly life. Many researchers, however, take the recipients to be among the Christians in Minor Asia; but the epistle bears a universal character. Although the First Epistle of John does not bear any author's name it was never seriously doubted that the apostle John is the author of this epistle as well as of the fourth gospel. 5 Just in the past 100 years, over 100 million people have been killed in the wars of the nations. Night. 1 John 3. Click the Bible to visit the new StudyLight.org being developed!! As a student, graduate or team member of MIUD you have at your disposal a large collection of online Bible study tools and resources. He that dwelleth in love - he who is full of love to God and man is full of God, for God is love; and where such love is, there is God, for he is the fountain and maintainer of it. 4 When rebelling against Jehovah’s rule, the Devil influenced the first human pair to do the same. Related Content previous next. This is where the love of God to lost sinners was revealed in giving His own Son. 6. (2 Cor. Print. Moreover, “he gives food to every living thing, for his loyal love endures forever.”​—Ps. It is rather a fundamental statement on the nature of a man born of God who is, therefore, able to live a life according to God. But there also the light of God's holiness and righteousness shone in its fullest brightness when Christ the Son of God became the propitiation for our sins. 2 The warm, benevolent affection that God has for his creatures assures us that all his purposes for the human family will be fulfilled in the best possible way and will result in the greatest benefit to all who come under his rulership. 1 John 4:8 Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love. Bookmarks. In effect, Satan claimed that his rule would be better than that of the Creator. Let your will take place, as in heaven, also on earth.” (Matt. He provided the ransom sacrifice of Jesus Christ, opening the way for obedient humans to be freed from sin and death inherited from Adam. He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life." 2:1.12.28; 3:7.18; 4:4; 5:21; Greek teknion: properly "dear child") and "little children" (chap. After Jehovah destroys wickedness and those who cause it, if anyone ever again would challenge Jehovah’s way of ruling in love, there would be no need for God to permit the challenge to stand. However, Jesus faithfully upheld God’s sovereignty and demonstrated that a perfect human can maintain integrity to Jehovah under the most trying of circumstances. 18. (Read Revelation 4:11.) Verse 1. Both characteristics of God stand always in total agreement to each other. John calls these opponents of the Christian faith "antichrists" (chap. On Denying the Incarnation - Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world. 6 In addition to showing how futile human rule is, God’s temporary permission of wickedness serves another long-range purpose. 1 John 4. All Rightes Reserved, Larry Pierce, Winterbourne, Ontario. For humans, he made a beautiful paradise garden and gave them perfect minds and bodies capable of living forever. The words of the psalmist do already point to it: "Mercy and truth are met together; righteousness and peace have kissed each other." 37:29) Such upright ones “will find exquisite delight in the abundance of peace.” (Ps. Table of Contents. 1 John 4:8(NASB) Verse Thoughts. (Rev. This is just what God’s Word foretold would happen in “the last days” of the present system of things when “wicked men and impostors [would] advance from bad to worse.” (2 Tim. (chap. Terms such as. τεκνία] Impressive address before the exhortation. 17. They were fully revealed in Christ, the Son of God: "Grace and truth came by Jesus Christ" (John 1:17). Sepia. Bible > Interlinear > 1 John 4:8 1 John 4:8 1 John 4 - Click for Chapter. Theme. 13 Although we are imperfect, we can ‘follow Jehovah’s way.’ We can also  have a close personal relationship with Jehovah because of his great act of love. 7 Jehovah’s great love has been displayed in many ways. Many a reader has difficulties with this abstract way of presenting and considering as they cannot bring these abstract statements in line with their practical experiences. 11:28-30) What loving assurance that is! Probably every Christian has a problem with these words when thinking of his practical life. This is why some have suggested that it is no epistle but a written sermon (or homily) or tract. A printed copy of this work can be ordered from: The Baptist Standard Bearer, 1 Iron Oaks Dr, Paris, AR, 72855. 2:13.18; Greek paidion: "little child") is striking. Tons more resources, better tools, NIV84 and easier navigation. Thus this epistle has rightly been called a continuation of the gospel of John (of chapters 1 to 19) especially. Contrast the rulership of Jesus with that of sinful human rulers. PRIVACY POLICY, https://assetsnffrgf-a.akamaihd.net/assets/m/2015841/univ/art/2015841_univ_sqr_xl.jpg, THE WATCHTOWER—STUDY EDITION November 2015, https://assetsnffrgf-a.akamaihd.net/assets/a/w/E/20151115/wpub/w_E_20151115_lg.jpg, Share 3:1.10; 5:2; Greek tekna theou: "children of God"). JEHOVAH’S inspired written Word, the Bible, tells us that “God is love.” It says not merely that love is one of his many admirable qualities but that “God is love.” (1 John 4:8) It is his dominant quality, his most important one. As the epistle of Jude so John's First Epistle address all believers. He often refers to the introductory words "If we say..." (chap. This brief sentence imparted to John, even during the mere time which he took in writing it, more delight than the whole world can impart. 2:18; 4:3), that is forerunners of the great opponent of Christ in the last days after the rapture of the church (compare with 2 Thessalonians 2; Revelation 13:11 ff; Revelation 19:20). Subject and contents of the epistle are summarized in the following words: "And this is the record that God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. 6:9, 10) What blessings the fulfillment of such prayers will bring to obedient mankind! . 9 While Jehovah reveals himself as the God of love, he also expresses hatred for what is bad. 8 Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. 1. 1:6.8.10; 2:4.9; 4:20). The first verses of the Epistle show a certain parallelism with the opening statements of John's gospel. Footnotes. What was accomplished by Jesus’ death? 1 John 3:22 - and whatever we ask we receive from Him, because we keep His commandments and do the things that are pleasing in His sight. 18 Bible prophecy shows that God’s heavenly Kingdom was established when Christ’s presence began in 1914. One example is: "Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin." Both characteristics of God stand always in total agreement to each other. In connection with John's gospel all of this points to the Apostle John as author of the epistle (compare with notes on John's Gospel). Downloads Male Voice (MP3) Female Voice (MP3) Entire Book (PDF) Text Settings. 1:1; 2:7.13.14.24; 3:11; compare with 2 John 1:5-6). 1 Juan 4:8 Spanish: La Biblia de las Américas El que no ama no conoce a Dios, porque Dios es amor. There is a great deal of reiteration in this chapter, but additional truth appears with regard to testing the spirits (1 John 4:1-6), and there is more extended teaching on love.God is love, love as a test, love of one another, love of God, God's love of us, etc. What does 1 John 4:8 mean? For example, Psalm 5:4-6 says of Jehovah: “You are not a God who takes pleasure in wickedness . Such a person takes seriously the words of 1 John 2:17: “The world is passing away and so is its desire, but the one who does the will of God remains forever.” As the world’s end draws near, it is urgent that we “hope in Jehovah and follow his way.”​—Ps. How wonderful it is to know that the Creator of the universe and of all living things is a God of love! 7:9, 13, 14) How large is the great crowd now? The following statements we find in First John only: "God is light" (chap. All these creations give evidence of Jehovah’s Godship and of his qualities, such as his power, wisdom, and love. Would you like to read this article in %%? Jehovah Is the God of Love, Publication download options What a beautiful truth it is.. to know that God is love, and that the love that we are called to manifest in our lives, has its source in the divine love of God. Default. What do you think life would be like if God did not love mankind? Dirt isn’t always obvious. 3:6). Unspotted from the World (James 1.27) 'Today's Little Lift' from Jim Bullington. 3 John. (Read John 17:3.) 1 John 4:8-11 New International Version (NIV). 16. 4:1-3) and the necessity of a life of faith in practical righteousness and brotherly love. 136:25. He that loveth not, knoweth not God If a man loves not the children of God, those that are born of him, he does not know, so as to love God, the Father of them; for to pretend love to God, the begetter of them, whom he sees not, and not love those who are begotten by him, and are visible objects of respect, is a contradiction, and cannot be reconciled: see ( 1 John 4:20) . 5:11.12). Thus only will the genuineness of our confession be seen. The logic of such a sentence is that it does not bear any similarity to a Christian's practical state. Modern criticism tends to suggest that the epistle was written either by a "presbyter called John" or by a student of the apostle John. For example, note the magnificence of the universe. 8:31) At their resurrection, Jesus’ 144,000 heavenly joint heirs take with them the experience of human life. Copyright © 2021 Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania. (b) What will we consider in the next article? 9 This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. For hardly would anyone die for a righteous man; though perhaps for a good man  someone may dare to die. 13.  |  4:8.16). (Rev. As applied to the Lord, the phrase marks him as the author of perfect Redemption and perfect Revelation. John 1:4-5. With his epistle John wants to strengthen the simplest believer in his faith and to give him a divinely sure foundation and an effective weapon for the battle against false doctrine. Tons more resources, better tools, NIV84 and easier navigation. Οὐκ ἔγνω, knoweth not) Is not born of God, and knoweth not God.— ὁ Θεὸς ἀγάπη ἐστὶν, God is love) ἀγάπη, without the article, as in 1 John 4:16. The biblical writers frequently wrote from a perspective that seems a bit odd to us, especially as we adapt and conform to the world around us. Of what does God’s love assure us? The phrase "know God" uses the Greek root word ginosko. (b) How will Jehovah reward rightly disposed people? John contrasts these attacks of the Christian faith with the facts of salvation. His love is everlasting. The first speaks of God's holiness, truth and righteousness and the second of His grace and mercy. They were fully revealed in Christ, the Son of God: "Grace and truth came by Jesus Christ" 2. There are billions of galaxies, each containing many billions of stars and planets. In him — Or, through him, as Beza understands it; was life — He was the living and powerful Word, which was the source of life to every living creature, as well as of being to all that exists. 7:10, 16, 17) “Come to me, all you who are toiling and loaded down, and I will refresh you,” said Jesus. 37:37, 38) “The blameless one” comes to know Jehovah and his Son and obediently does God’s will. (The quotation is not explicitly attributed to John, though.) For example, out of love Jehovah “has set a day on which he purposes to judge the inhabited earth in righteousness by a man whom he has appointed,” Jesus Christ. Jude. The Apostle John deals with his various main subjects (life eternal, brotherly love, practical righteousness) at times more than once in an extremely simple way of expression but with great solemnity. 10 Because he is a God of love and he hates wickedness, Jehovah has purposed to rid the earth​—as well as the rest of the universe—​of evil when the issue regarding rulership is settled to his satisfaction. 37:9, 10, 20. Besides love, what does Jehovah’s personality at times allow for, and why? 1:5) and "God is love" (chap. 3:1, 13) History has demonstrated beyond any doubt the truthfulness of what the Bible says: “I well know, O Jehovah, that man’s way does not belong to him. In contrast to the Apostle Paul, John does not describe the believer's position in Christ and the privileges of the church of God (ecclesia) but life eternal in the children of God and the relations among the family of God. The absolute statements of this epistle cause many a difficulty to the reader. 2 John. Search examples: John 3:16 "Love of God" peace AND mercy. The repeated expression of "I write unto you" indicates the book to be an epistle or letter however unique and special (compare chap. 1:20. 3:2.21; 4:1.7.11) testify the affection connecting the author with the recipients of the epistle. The First Epistle does not bear any indication of an author nor of an addressee. The former things have passed away.” (Rev. This logic is simply explained in the following two examples: The second part of the sentence contains one of many possible evidences and to turn the sentence round would be non-sensical: "Who cannot speak is dead". THE WATCHTOWER—STUDY EDITION November 2015, Share 1 John 4:8 AMP The one who does not love has not become acquainted with God [does not and never did know Him], for God is love. 3:9). The aim of the epistle is expressed in chapter 5:13: "These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.". John does not describe the practical life of every individual Christian (which life, sad to say, often differs from this) but he lays down divine principles (see paragraph 3.a. Greetings and other personal messages are missing also. (a) What has God’s Kingdom been doing since its establishment? As a loving Father, God was no doubt pained at the unrighteous treatment that Jesus received while on earth. Jehovah had complete confidence in his only-begotten Son, who had been faithful to him in heaven for countless ages. . (a) How will Jehovah deal with wicked people? Test drive it and tell us about your experience. Jehovah does not just possess love​—he is the personification of it. The practice of our lives of faith has to agree with our confession. 1 Juan 4:8 Spanish: La Nueva Biblia de los Hispanos El que no ama no conoce a Dios, porque Dios es amor. Current Book: 1 John Select a chapter: Chapter 1 Chapter 2: Chapter 3 Chapter 4: Chapter 5 HOME TOP: Dead links, typos, or … 16 God’s love for mankind is evident in the arrangement he has made for the Messianic Kingdom. What is God’s dominant quality, and how does knowing this make you feel about him? The First Epistle of John shows the revelation of this life in those who believe in the Son of God. God is Love. 1 John 2. 5:6-8) The apostle John wrote: “By this the love of God was revealed in our case, that God sent his only-begotten Son into the world so that we might gain life through him. 2. 1 John 3:11 - For this is the message which you have heard from the beginning, that we should love one another; on StudyLight.org The first speaks of God's holiness, truth and righteousness and the second of His grace and mercy. It provides permanent testimony that only God’s rule can be successful. 2:3.5.18.20.21.29; 3:2.5.14.15; 5:2.13.15.18.19.20). Click the Bible for the all new StudyLight.org!! Read verse in English Standard Version on StudyLight.org Home > Study Desk. . 1 Johannes 4:8 Norwegian: Det Norsk Bibelselskap (1930) Den som ikke elsker, kjenner ikke Gud; for Gud er kjærlighet. 1:4; 2:1.7.8.12.13.14.21.26; 5:13). The frequent address "children" (chap. THE WATCHTOWER—STUDY EDITION November 2015, The Watchtower—Study Edition  |  November 2015, Show Appreciation for Jehovah’s Generosity. JEHOVAH’S inspired written Word, the Bible, tells us that “God is love.” It says not merely that love is one of his many admirable qualities but that “God is love.” (1 John 4:8) It is his dominant quality, his most important one. The New John Gill's Exposition of the Entire Bible Modernised and adapted for the computer by Larry Pierce of Online Bible. We merely have to look at the awful history of this world with its human rulerships under its unloving and wrathful god, Satan the Devil. 1 John 1, William Barclay's Daily Study Bible, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, as set of 17 volumes on the New Testament, the result of Barclay's dedicated work 1 John 3:10 - By this the children of God and the children of the devil are obvious: anyone who does not practice righteousness is not of God, nor the one who does not love his brother. The first epistle does not mention any addressees. John also shows tests for the practical life of the Christians who are distressed by false teachers. 4:4; 1 John 5:19; read Revelation 12:9, 12.) 1 John 4:8. But God recommends his own love to us in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” (Rom. The wide recognition in the early church does also confirm the above. The expressions "brethren" (chap. 1.Johannes 4 Lutherbibel 2017 Der Geist der Wahrheit und der Geist des Irrtums 1 Ihr Lieben, glaubt nicht einem jeden Geist, sondern prüft die Geister, ob sie von Gott sind; denn viele falsche Propheten sind hinausgegangen in die Welt. The beautiful prologue (1 John 1:1-4) is like the one in John's gospel, having the profoundest dimensions and embryonically stating the theme as: "God manifested in Jesus Christ, that man may have fellowship with the Father through the Son. View Downloads. 10, 11. Chapter 4 . This shows us how horrible the future would be if the universe were to function without the operation of God’s love. There is no middle road for John between light and darkness, truth and lie, life and death. 10:23) No, Jehovah did not create humans with the ability or the right to direct their affairs independent of him. In addition, the Epistle contains a third expression indicating the relation between God and his children (chap. on StudyLight.org The apostle Paul showed what a loving act that was on the part of both Jehovah and Jesus by stating: “Indeed, while we were still weak, Christ died for ungodly men at the appointed time. In our own Milky Way galaxy, one of those stars is our sun, without which the multitude of life forms on earth would  not exist. Bibliography Information Gill, John. As does the Epistle of James this Epistle does not contain a perceptible logical structure of thoughts. In what way will God’s love affect the future of those who are rightly disposed and obedient? He could use what has happened in mankind’s history as the just reason to remove such rebels quickly, not allowing them to establish wickedness once again. The apostle stresses invariability and certainty of the Christian message by the repeated expression "from the beginning" (chap. 1 John 5. Sometimes it masquerades as wholesome and clean. 2:18-23), the incarnation of the Eternal Son (chap. 1 John 4:8. Contents, style and language of these two books are very similar. 4:8.16). Both parts of the sentence are identical in contents and therefore reversible for they are divine principles. It does not belong to man who is walking even to direct his step.” (Jer. By the epistle we learn that towards the end of the first century heretics arose among the Christians who denied the divine sonship of Christ (chap. More resources, better tools and easier navigation Test drive it and tell us about your experience. Suggested by ABS-CBN Corporation (Music) Sapagkat Diyos ay Pag ibig - Erik Santos Grace corresponds with the idea of revelation of God as love (1 John 4:8,16) by him who is Life; and TRUTH with that of the revelation of God as light (1 John 1:5) by … 1 John 4. What has the Messianic Kingdom been doing that convinces you that it is God’s loving arrangement for mankind? The Bible tells us: “He will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. 11 On the other hand, God’s Word also promises: “The righteous will possess the earth, and they will live forever on it.” (Ps. Verse 17 . 7, 8. The love is in this respect, not that we have loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as a propitiatory sacrifice for our sins.”​—1 John 4:9, 10. These difficulties disappear, however, if one understands the "divine logic" behind these absolute statements. The next article will examine such questions. For my yoke is kindly, and my load is light.” (Matt. 8:38, 39. Coffman Commentaries on the Old and New Testament. Choose a verse from '1 John 4' to begin your 'Verse-by-Verse' study of God's Word using the more than 100 commentaries available on StudyLight.org Why did Jehovah permit rebellion against his righteous rule? 1. 1 John 4:8. What is the Messianic Kingdom, and to whom has Jehovah entrusted Kingdom rulership? Contents, style and language of these two books are very similar. Light and love found their upmost development on the cross of Calvary. God is love - See on 1 John 4:8; (note). 21:4) What a marvelous future awaits all of us who truly appreciate Jehovah’s love and obey him as our Ruler! He expresses the personal assurance of faith by frequently repeating the words "we know" (chap. How grateful we should be that by his death, Jesus also paid the ransom price needed to redeem mankind and open the way to everlasting life in God’s promised new world! Most researchers date the epistle towards the end of the first century that is between 90 and 100 AC (the Gospel of John is dated at around the same time). Sometimes it hides behind a young boy’s ears; ask any mother! Home > Study Desk. 3 Imagine what life would be like if God did not have love for mankind. Terms such as light and darkness, life and death, truth and lie as well as the only begotten son are typical for both books. The first verses of the Epistle show a certain parallelism with the opening statements of John's gospel. He challenged the rightfulness and righteousness of God’s universal sovereignty. The miserable record of mankind shows that neither humans nor Satan can provide what we need in the way of good rulership. (Read Romans 5:12; 6:23.) The first to cite from John's First Epistle is Polycarp of Smyrna (around 70 to 155 AC) who himself knew John personally. Test drive it and tell us about your experience. In his great wisdom, Jehovah has allowed enough time to pass to expose very clearly the inadequacy of any rule other than his. You hate all those who behave wickedly.” And it adds: “Jehovah detests violent and deceptive people.”. In this was manifested the love of God - That is, in an eminent manner, or this was a most signal proof of it. “I am convinced,” wrote Paul, “that neither death nor life nor angels nor governments nor things now here nor things to come nor powers nor height nor depth nor any other creation will be able to separate us from God’s love that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”​—Rom. 14 Jesus maintained his integrity and upheld Jehovah’s sovereignty under the severest of tests, dying as a faithful servant of his Father. The enemies of Jehovah will vanish like glorious pastures; they will vanish like smoke.”​—Ps. THE WATCHTOWER—STUDY EDITION November 2015, Audio download options Hide Footnotes. 14:1) The Kingdom was the main theme of Jesus’ teaching, and he taught his disciples to pray: “Our Father in the heavens, let your name be sanctified. The apostle does not mean to say that it has been manifested in no other way, but that this was so prominent an instance of his love, that all the other manifestations of it seemed absorbed and lost in this. How amazing to realise the outpouring of His unique love.. flows through us, to … 14, 15. If we turn the sentence round it becomes evident: "One who has no possessions is poor.". 15 Regarding God’s love for humankind, Jesus said: “God loved the world [of redeemable mankind] so much that he gave his only-begotten Son, so that everyone exercising faith in him might not be destroyed but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16) God’s love for humans is so great that he does not withhold good from them regardless of the cost to himself. 2:7; 3:13) and "beloved" (chap. 37:34. 5. "John's Divine Logic"). At the same time he refers to the tests by which one can recognize whether someone has true life of God. These attacks on Christology and the Christian ethic were stages of Gnosticism in its various shades which spread more and more during the 2nd century. One Hundred Years Under Kingdom Rulership. Home > Commentaries > Coffman Commentaries > 1 John. Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. (Gen. 3:1-5) Though Jehovah permitted Satan to try to prove his side of the issue, such permission was temporary. 1 John 4:8, CSB: "The one who does not love does not know God, because God is love." The Gospel of John describes the revelation of life eternal in Christ the incarnated Word. 1:5) and "God is love" (chap. (chap. The exhortation contained in this verse is, on the one hand, a deduction from the foregoing (especially from 1 John 3:16-17); but, on the other hand, it forms the basis of the further development. Revelation. Recipients, Author and Time of Writing. 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