COPY: Bible Quiz: 1 John (NIV)

The main focus of 1 John is God's love for us, and how that love compels us to love others.

The author of 1 John, traditionally believed to be John the Apostle, is emphasizing the importance of love in living as a Christian.

1 John states that 'God is love' meaning that love is not just something God does, it is His very essence.

Confessing our sins to God leads to forgiveness and cleansing from wrongdoings, a powerful concept.

A central theme of 1 John, emphasized throughout the book, is the importance of loving one another.

1 John emphasizes that believers should not love the world or its allurements as they often contradict God's will.

Having faith in God empowers believers to overcome the world's temptations and challenges.

Obeying God's commands is portrayed as an act of love and joy, not a burden.

When Jesus returns, believers will be recognized and transformed, becoming like Him.

1 John 2:1 emphasizes that believers have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ, who pleads for them.

The command to love one another and believe in Jesus Christ is a central tenet of 1 John.

1 John 4:8 highlights that God is love, not just loving, meaning it's inherent to His nature.

Approaching God with confidence is a privilege given to believers.

Staying in God's word means walking in the light, leading to fellowship and cleansing from sin.

1 John 3:20 reassures believers that God knows everything and is greater than our hearts.

Those who are born of God do not continue in sin but pursue righteousness.

Walking in the light leads to fellowship with God and cleansing from sin.

Through Jesus Christ believers have eternal life, a gift freely given.

A core goal for believers is to love and have fellowship with God.

Believers should live like Christ, following His example and teachings.

1 John encourages believers to express love not just in words but in actions.

1 John 5:13 offers believers reassurance that they have eternal life.

1 John emphasizes that God's love is greater than any fear we may experience in the world.

Perfect love, emanating from God, drives out fear, replacing it with peace and assurance.

God's love is a sacrificial and unconditional aspect of His nature, reaching out to us despite our shortcomings.

Those born of God exhibit character traits like righteousness and love, reflecting God's nature.

Obeying God's commands leads to closeness with Him, as it becomes a natural expression of love and gratitude.