1 John 2:3-6
Authentic knowledge of God is demonstrated by obedient love for His commands and by a life that reflects the pattern of Jesus Christ.
3 This is how we know that we know him: if we keep his commandments.
4 One who says, “I know him,” and doesn’t keep his commandments, is a liar, and the truth isn’t in him.
5 But God’s love has most certainly been perfected in whoever keeps his word. This is how we know that we are in him:
6 he who says he remains in him ought himself also to walk just like he walked.
Authentic knowledge of God is demonstrated by obedient love for His commands and by a life that reflects the pattern of Jesus Christ.
To provide a tangible test of genuine relationship with God, distinguishing empty profession from transforming union with Christ.
Christ Our Advocate, Walking as He Walked, and Abiding in the Truth
Because Jesus Christ is the righteous advocate and atoning sacrifice, believers must abide in him through obedience, love, truth, and discernment until his appearing.