What does 1 John 4:16 mean?

1 John 4:16 is a key King James Version passage in the category "God's Love." Read the full verse and its surrounding chapter for context, then explore related verses on the same theme.

Where is 1 John 4:16 found in the Bible?

1 John 4:16 is found in the Book of 1 John, chapter 4, verse 16 of the King James Version (KJV) Bible.

How can I study 1 John 4:16 in context?

Open 1 John chapter 4 and read the verses before and after 1 John 4:16. Notice how the surrounding passage shapes the meaning, then compare it with related verses on god's love to see the broader Biblical witness.

God's Love

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