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The Proof is in Obedience
Commentators unanimously agree that this verse presents the ultimate test of genuine faith. While feelings and verbal professions are important, the undeniable evidence of truly 'knowing' Christ is a life characterized by obedience to His commands. As Charles Spurgeon noted, holy living is the 'sure fruit and proof' of a relationship with God, making obedience the primary way we can be sure of our connection to Him.
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1 John
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Albert Barnes
On 1 John 2:3
18th Century
Theologian
And hereby we do know that we know him. That is, by what follows, we have evidence that we are truly acquainted with him and with the requ…
AT Robertson
On 1 John 2:3
Hereby (εν τουτω). See this phrase also in 2:5; 3:16,19,24; 4:2,13; 5:2. That is explained by the εαν clause, "if we keep his comm…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 John 2:3–8
19th Century
Bishop
The fourth inference from the doctrine that God is Light analyzes more accurately the general expression of 1 John 1:7, walking in …
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Charles Spurgeon
On 1 John 2:1–3
19th Century
Preacher
We have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous, and he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for t…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 1 John 2:3
There appears to be a break in subject matter with what precedes as the author now turns to the topic of knowing God. For him to know God is, howev…
John Gill
On 1 John 2:3
17th Century
Pastor
And hereby we do know that we know him
Either the Father, with whom Christ is an advocate; not as the God of nature,…
Matthew Henry
On 1 John 2:3–11
17th Century
Minister
What knowledge of Christ can that be which does not see that He is most worthy of our entire obedience? A disobedient life shows there is neither r…