But whoever keeps His word, truly the love of God is perfected in him. By this we know that we are in Him.
Adam Clarke writes: But whoso keepeth his word
Conscientiously observes his doctrine, the spirit and letter of the religion of Christ.
Is the love of God perfected
The design of God's love in sending Jesus Christ into the world to die for the sin of man τετελειωται, is accomplished, in that man who receives the doctrine, and applies for the salvation provided for him. This seems to be the meaning of the apostle.
That we are in him.
That we have entered into his spirit and views, received his salvation, have been enabled to walk in the light, and have communion with him by the Holy Spirit.
Barnes Study notes clarifies what "His word" means: But whoso keepeth his word. That is, what he has spoken or commanded, The term word here will include all that he has made known to us as his will in regard to our conduct.
From The People's New Testament: But whoso keepeth his word, etc. It is by keeping his commandments that the love of God is made perfect in us. Obedience is the result and proof of love, and also gives love the opportunity to flow over the whole life. Compare John 14:21. Hereby. By our loyal obedience.
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