1Jo 5:13 | MHM | STEP | v. 13 : John gives his reason for writing these things: These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God (1 John 5:13 ). He wants believers to be sure that they have eternal life and to encourage them to keep trusting in Jesus. This assurance brings comfort, confidence, and motivation to stay faithful to Christ.

‏ 1 John 5:13

v. 13: John gives his reason for writing these things: These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God (1 John 5:13 ^a). He wants believers to be sure that they have eternal life and to encourage them to keep trusting in Jesus. This assurance brings comfort, confidence, and motivation to stay faithful to Christ.