KJV ORIGINAL
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.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
I'm writing all this to you who already believe in Jesus so you can know for sure that you have eternal life. Like, actually know it, not just hope or wonder about it. And so your faith in him keeps getting stronger.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This isn't about crossing your fingers and hoping, you can actually know you have eternal life through Jesus.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The Apostle John likely wrote this letter to various Christian communities in Asia Minor during the late first century. He wrote to counter emerging false teachings that denied the true humanity of Jesus Christ and to reassure believers of their salvation and fellowship with God.
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