John 15:17
“These things I command you, that ye love one another.”
What does John 15:17 mean?
John 15:17 (KJV) states, "These things I command you, that ye love one another." This verse is a part of the larger passage in the Gospel of John, in which Jesus is addressing his disciples before his crucifixion. This verse offers a simple yet profound commandment from Jesus to…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Commandment of Love: A Reflection on John 15:17
In the Gospel of John, Chapter 15, verse 17 (KJV), we read: "These things I command you, that ye love one another." This succinct yet profound declaration is both a command and a hallmark of the Christian life. Jesus emphasizes the importance of love, framing it not merely as a…
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Heavenly Father, As I come before You with a humble heart, I am reminded of the profound words of Your Son, Jesus Christ, in John 15:17, where He proclaimed, "These things I command you, that ye love one another." Lord, I thank You for this explicit command that calls us to…
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