1 John 5:3
For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments; and his commandments are not burdensome,
Noyes Bible
In The King James Version
For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments: and his commandments are not grievous.
In Context
2By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God, and do his commandments.
Cross References
Psalms 19:7The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; The precepts of the LORD are sure, making wise the simple;
Psalms 119:47I will delight myself in thy commandments, which I love;
Psalms 119:127Therefore I love thy commandments above gold; Yea, above fine gold.
Proverbs 3:17Her ways are ways of pleasantness, And all her paths are peace.
Matthew Henry on 1 John 5:2-6
Love and Faith. ( a. d. 80.) 1 Whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ is born of God: and every one that loveth him that begat loveth him also that is begotten of him. 2 By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God, and keep his commandments. 3 For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments: and his commandments are not grievous. 4 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. 5 Who is he that… Read the whole commentary →