1 John 3:4

Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)

مَنْ خَطِـئَ عَمِل شَرّا، لأنّ الخَطيئَةَ شَرّ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from 1 John says that when someone sins, they break God's laws because sin is breaking those laws. The message here is about the nature of sin and how it relates to God’s commandments.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a rule at home not to eat cookies before dinner. If you eat one, you're breaking that rule. In this verse, John says when we do something wrong (sin), we break God's rules just like eating the cookie breaks your parents' rule.

Historical Background

The first letter of John was written by the apostle John around AD 90 to early Christian communities. He aimed to reassure believers about their faith and to address issues such as false teachings and moral living.

Living It Out Today

Consider a scenario where someone lies at work. This action not only breaks professional ethics but also God's law against lying, showing how every sin is a transgression of divine laws.

Topics

• sin
• law
• transgression
• moral living
• God's commandments
• faithfulness

Related Verses

• Romans 6:23
• James 1:25
• Exodus 20:1-17
• Matthew 5:19
• Leviticus 18:5

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main message of 1 John 3:4?

The main message is that sinning means breaking God's laws, emphasizing the nature and definition of sin as a violation of divine commandments.

How does this verse relate to our daily lives?

In daily life, understanding that every wrong action we commit breaks God’s law helps us to be more mindful of our actions and strive for moral living.

Are there any similar verses in the Old Testament?

Yes, Leviticus 18:5 is a relevant verse where God commands obedience to His laws as a condition for life, reflecting the concept presented in 1 John 3:4.

How can this verse help in dealing with false teachings?

By emphasizing that sin involves breaking specific commandments, it helps believers discern and reject doctrines that contradict God’s established laws.