1 John 3:7 meaning and explanation

Little children, let no one deceive you: The one who practices righteousness is righteous, just as Christ is righteous.

1 John 3:7, Berean Standard Bible

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In this verse the elder who wrote this letter, traditionally John, warns his congregation against teachers who claimed that right belief alone was enough. The Greek verb behind "practices" (poieĊ, to do or make) points to a settled way of life rather than a single act.

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