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This is how we know we are one with him, just as he is one with us. <a href="/erv/1_john/4.htm">English Revised Version</a> hereby know we that we abide in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit. <a href="/gwt/1_john/4.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> We know that we live in him and he lives in us because he has given us his Spirit. <a href="/gnt/1_john/4.htm">Good News Translation</a> We are sure that we live in union with God and that he lives in union with us, because he has given us his Spirit. <a href="/isv/1_john/4.htm">International Standard Version</a> This is how we know that we abide in him and he in us: he has given us his Spirit. <a href="/msb/1_john/4.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> By this we know that we remain in Him, and He in us: He has given us of His Spirit. <a href="/net/1_john/4.htm">NET Bible</a> By this we know that we reside in God and he in us: in that he has given us of his Spirit. <a href="/nheb/1_john/4.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> By this we know that we remain in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit. <a href="/wbt/1_john/4.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> By this we know that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit. <a href="/wey/1_john/4.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> We can know that we are continuing in union with Him and that He is continuing in union with us, by the fact that He has given us a portion of His Spirit. <a href="/web/1_john/4.htm">World English Bible</a> By this we know that we remain in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_john/4.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> in this we know that we remain in Him, and He in us, because of His Spirit He has given us. <a href="/blb/1_john/4.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> By this we know that we abide in Him and He in us: because He has given to us from out of His Spirit. <a href="/ylt/1_john/4.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> in this we know that in Him we do remain, and He in us, because of His Spirit He hath given us. <a href="/slt/1_john/4.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> In this we know that we remain in him, and he in us, for he has given us of his Spirit.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_john/4.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> In this we know that we abide in him, and he in us: because he hath given us of his spirit. <a href="/cpdv/1_john/4.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> In this way, we know that we abide in him, and he in us: because he has given to us from his Spirit. <a href="/nabre/1_john/4.htm">New American Bible</a> This is how we know that we remain in him and he in us, that he has given us of his Spirit. <a href="/nrsvce/1_john/4.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> By this we know that we abide in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_john/4.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Hereby we know that we abide in him, and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_john/4.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> In this we know that we abide in him and he abides in us, because he has given us of his Spirit. <div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/1_john/4.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> By this we know that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit.<CM> <a href="/godbey/1_john/4.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> In this we know that we abide in him, and he in us, because he has given us of his spirit. <a href="/haweis/1_john/4.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> By this we know that we abide in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his own Spirit. <a href="/mace/1_john/4.htm">Mace New Testament</a> Hereby we know that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his spirit. <a href="/wey/1_john/4.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> We can know that we are continuing in union with Him and that He is continuing in union with us, by the fact that He has given us a portion of His Spirit. <a href="/worrell/1_john/4.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> In this we know that we abide in Him, and He in us, because He hath given us of His Spirit. <a href="/worsley/1_john/4.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> By this we know that we are in Him, and He in us; because He hath given us of his Spirit. <a href="/parallel/1_john/4-13.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/rlZ5ywDtQGE?start=801" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/1_john/4.htm">Love Comes from God</a> …12No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God remains in us, and His love is perfected in us. 13<a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">By</a> <a href="/greek/3778.htm" title="3778: toutō (DPro-DNS) -- This; he, she, it. ">this</a> <a href="/greek/1097.htm" title="1097: ginōskomen (V-PIA-1P) -- A prolonged form of a primary verb; to know in a great variety of applications and with many implications.">we know</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">that</a> <a href="/greek/3306.htm" title="3306: menomen (V-PIA-1P) -- To remain, abide, stay, wait; with acc: I wait for, await. A primary verb; to stay.">we remain</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autō (PPro-DM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">Him,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autos (PPro-NM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">He</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: hēmin (PPro-D1P) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">us:</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because."></a> <a href="/greek/1325.htm" title="1325: dedōken (V-RIA-3S) -- To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.">He has given</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: hēmin (PPro-D1P) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">us</a> <a href="/greek/1537.htm" title="1537: ek (Prep) -- From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.">of</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">His</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GNS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/4151.htm" title="4151: Pneumatos (N-GNS) -- Wind, breath, spirit. ">Spirit.</a> 14And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent His Son to be the Savior of the world.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/john/14-16.htm">John 14:16-17</a> And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate to be with you forever— / the Spirit of truth. The world cannot receive Him, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him. But you do know Him, for He abides with you and will be in you. <a href="/romans/8-16.htm">Romans 8:16</a> The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children. <a href="/2_corinthians/1-22.htm">2 Corinthians 1:22</a> placed His seal on us, and put His Spirit in our hearts as a pledge of what is to come. <a href="/galatians/4-6.htm">Galatians 4:6</a> And because you are sons, God sent the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying out, “Abba, Father!” <a href="/ephesians/1-13.htm">Ephesians 1:13-14</a> And in Him, having heard and believed the word of truth—the gospel of your salvation—you were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit, / who is the pledge of our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession, to the praise of His glory. <a href="/1_corinthians/2-12.htm">1 Corinthians 2:12</a> We have not received the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we may understand what God has freely given us. <a href="/john/3-24.htm">John 3:24</a> (For John had not yet been thrown into prison.) <a href="/romans/5-5.htm">Romans 5:5</a> And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us. <a href="/2_corinthians/5-5.htm">2 Corinthians 5:5</a> And it is God who has prepared us for this very purpose and has given us the Spirit as a pledge of what is to come. <a href="/john/15-26.htm">John 15:26</a> When the Advocate comes, whom I will send to you from the Father—the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father—He will testify about Me. <a href="/acts/5-32.htm">Acts 5:32</a> We are witnesses of these things, and so is the Holy Spirit, whom God has given to those who obey Him.” <a href="/1_corinthians/12-13.htm">1 Corinthians 12:13</a> For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Greeks, slave or free, and we were all given one Spirit to drink. <a href="/2_timothy/1-14.htm">2 Timothy 1:14</a> Guard the treasure entrusted to you, with the help of the Holy Spirit who dwells in us. <a href="/ezekiel/36-27.htm">Ezekiel 36:27</a> And I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes and to carefully observe My ordinances. <a href="/isaiah/44-3.htm">Isaiah 44:3</a> For I will pour water on the thirsty land, and currents on the dry ground. I will pour out My Spirit on your descendants, and My blessing on your offspring.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Hereby know we that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit.<a href="/1_john/4-15.htm">1 John 4:15,16</a> Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God… See on ch.<a href="/1_john/3-24.htm">1 John 3:24</a> And he that keepeth his commandments dwelleth in him, and he in him. And hereby we know that he abideth in us, by the Spirit which he hath given us.<a href="/john/14-20.htm">John 14:20-26</a> At that day ye shall know that I am in my Father, and ye in me, and I in you… <a href="/romans/8-9.htm">Romans 8:9-17</a> But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_john/3-24.htm">Abide</a> <a href="/1_john/3-15.htm">Continuing</a> <a href="/2_peter/3-13.htm">Dwell</a> <a href="/1_john/3-4.htm">Fact</a> <a href="/1_john/4-6.htm">Hereby</a> <a href="/1_john/3-24.htm">Live</a> <a href="/hebrews/9-27.htm">Portion</a> <a href="/1_john/4-6.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/1_john/4-12.htm">Union</a> <a href="/1_john/1-2.htm">Witness</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_john/1-9.htm">Abide</a> <a href="/genesis/12-9.htm">Continuing</a> <a href="/revelation/2-12.htm">Dwell</a> <a href="/1_john/5-2.htm">Fact</a> <a href="/1_john/5-2.htm">Hereby</a> <a href="/3_john/1-3.htm">Live</a> <a href="/revelation/18-6.htm">Portion</a> <a href="/1_john/5-6.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/1_john/4-15.htm">Union</a> <a href="/1_john/4-14.htm">Witness</a><div class="vheading2">1 John 4</div>1. <a href="/1_john/4-1.htm">He warns them not to believe all who boast of the Spirit;</a> 7. <a href="/1_john/4-7.htm">and exhorts to brotherly love.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_john/4.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_john/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/1_john/4.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>By this we know that we remain in Him, This phrase emphasizes the assurance of the believer's relationship with God. The concept of "remaining" or "abiding" in Him is a recurring theme in Johannine literature, particularly in the Gospel of John (<a href="/john/15-4.htm">John 15:4-7</a>). It suggests a continuous, intimate relationship with God, characterized by faith and obedience. The assurance comes from the evidence of a transformed life and the presence of the Holy Spirit, which is a fulfillment of Jesus' promise to His disciples (<a href="/john/14-16.htm">John 14:16-17</a>).and He in us: The mutual indwelling of God in the believer and the believer in God is a profound mystery that speaks to the depth of the Christian experience. This concept is rooted in the idea of covenant relationship, where God promises to be with His people (<a href="/jeremiah/31-33.htm">Jeremiah 31:33</a>). It also reflects the unity and fellowship that believers have with God through Christ, as seen in Jesus' prayer for unity in <a href="/john/17-21.htm">John 17:21-23</a>. This indwelling is not just a theological concept but a lived reality that impacts the believer's daily life.He has given us of His Spirit. The giving of the Spirit is a key element of the New Covenant, prophesied in the Old Testament (<a href="/ezekiel/36-26.htm">Ezekiel 36:26-27</a>) and fulfilled in the New Testament (<a href="/acts/2.htm">Acts 2:1-4</a>). The Holy Spirit is the guarantee of our inheritance (<a href="/ephesians/1-13.htm">Ephesians 1:13-14</a>) and the source of spiritual life and power. The Spirit's presence in the believer is evidence of God's work and a seal of the believer's salvation. The Spirit also plays a crucial role in guiding, teaching, and empowering believers to live according to God's will (<a href="/john/16-13.htm">John 16:13</a>, <a href="/galatians/5-22.htm">Galatians 5:22-23</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/john_the_apostle.htm">John the Apostle</a> The author of 1 John, one of Jesus' original twelve disciples, known for his close relationship with Jesus and his emphasis on love and truth. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_holy_spirit.htm">The Holy Spirit</a> The third person of the Trinity, given to believers as a helper, comforter, and guide, signifying God's presence within us. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_early_church.htm">The Early Church</a> The community of believers to whom John was writing, facing challenges of false teachings and needing assurance of their faith. 4. <a href="/topical/e/ephesus.htm">Ephesus</a> Traditionally believed to be the location where John wrote this letter, a major city in Asia Minor with a significant early Christian community. 5. <a href="/topical/f/false_teachers.htm">False Teachers</a> Individuals who were spreading incorrect doctrines about Jesus and the nature of God, prompting John to affirm the truth of the Gospel.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/a/assurance_of_salvation.htm">Assurance of Salvation</a> The presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives is a confirmation that we are in Christ and He is in us. This assurance is foundational for our faith and daily walk with God. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_the_holy_spirit.htm">The Role of the Holy Spirit</a> The Spirit is not only a sign of God's presence but also an active participant in our spiritual growth, guiding us into truth and empowering us to live out our faith. <a href="/topical/d/discernment_against_false_teachings.htm">Discernment Against False Teachings</a> With the Spirit's guidance, believers can discern truth from error, especially in a world filled with conflicting messages about God and salvation. <a href="/topical/i/intimacy_with_god.htm">Intimacy with God</a> The indwelling Spirit fosters a deep, personal relationship with God, allowing us to experience His love and communicate with Him intimately. <a href="/topical/l/living_in_the_spirit.htm">Living in the Spirit</a> As recipients of the Spirit, we are called to live lives that reflect His presence, exhibiting the fruits of the Spirit and being witnesses of Christ's love to the world.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_john_4.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 John 4</a> <a href="/q/what_does_it_mean_to_abide_in_christ.htm">What does it mean to abide in Christ?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_'out_of_egypt'_mean.htm">What does 'Every good and perfect gift is from above' mean?</a> <a href="/q/how_to_know_if_i_have_the_holy_spirit.htm">How can I tell if I have the Holy Spirit?</a> <a href="/q/has_anyone_ever_witnessed_god.htm">Has anyone ever witnessed God?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_john/4.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 13. - Almost identical with <a href="/1_john/3-24.htm">1 John 3:24</a>. In verses 1-7 the apostle says that confession of the Incarnation proves possession of the Spirit; and in verse 12 that love of the brethren proves the indwelling of God. He now (verse 13) goes on to say that possession of the Spirit proves the indwelling of God; and (verse 15) that confession of the Incarnation proves the same. So that these four facts - confession of the Incarnation, possession of the Spirit, love of our fellow-men, and indwelling of God - mutually involve one another. St. John does not say, "He has given us his Spirit," but "of his Spirit ἐκ τοῦ Πνεύματος αὐτοῦ." It is impossible for us to receive more than a portion; the fullness of the Spirit is possessed by Christ alone. In <a href="/john/1-16.htm">John 1:16</a> we have a similar use of ἐκ (comp. <a href="/john/12-3.htm">John 12:3</a>). <a href="/commentaries/1_john/4-13.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>By ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. this τούτῳ (toutō) Demonstrative Pronoun - Dative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3778.htm">Strong's 3778: </a> This; he, she, it. we know γινώσκομεν (ginōskomen) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1097.htm">Strong's 1097: </a> A prolonged form of a primary verb; to 'know' in a great variety of applications and with many implications. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. we remain μένομεν (menomen) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3306.htm">Strong's 3306: </a> To remain, abide, stay, wait; with acc: I wait for, await. A primary verb; to stay. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. Him, αὐτῷ (autō) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. He αὐτὸς (autos) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. us: ἡμῖν (hēmin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. He has given δέδωκεν (dedōken) Verb - Perfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1325.htm">Strong's 1325: </a> To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give. us ἡμῖν (hēmin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. of ἐκ (ek) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1537.htm">Strong's 1537: </a> From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out. His αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. Spirit. Πνεύματος (Pneumatos) Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4151.htm">Strong's 4151: </a> Wind, breath, spirit. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_john/4-13.htm">1 John 4:13 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/1_john/4-13.htm">1 John 4:13 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/1_john/4-13.htm">1 John 4:13 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/1_john/4-13.htm">1 John 4:13 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/1_john/4-13.htm">1 John 4:13 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/1_john/4-13.htm">1 John 4:13 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_john/4-13.htm">1 John 4:13 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_john/4-13.htm">1 John 4:13 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/1_john/4-13.htm">1 John 4:13 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/1_john/4-13.htm">1 John 4:13 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/1_john/4-13.htm">NT Letters: 1 John 4:13 By this we know that we remain (1J iJ 1Jn i jn 1 jo) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_john/4-12.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 John 4:12"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 John 4:12" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_john/4-14.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 John 4:14"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 John 4:14" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>