1 John 4:14 And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent His Son to be the Savior of the world.

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New International Version
And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world.

New Living Translation
Furthermore, we have seen with our own eyes and now testify that the Father sent his Son to be the Savior of the world.

English Standard Version
And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world.

Berean Standard Bible
And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent His Son to be the Savior of the world.

Berean Literal Bible
And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent the Son as Savior of the world.

King James Bible
And we have seen and do testify that the Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world.

New King James Version
And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent the Son as Savior of the world.

New American Standard Bible
We have seen and testify that the Father has sent the Son to be the Savior of the world.

NASB 1995
We have seen and testify that the Father has sent the Son to be the Savior of the world.

NASB 1977
And we have beheld and bear witness that the Father has sent the Son to be the Savior of the world.

Legacy Standard Bible
We have beheld and bear witness that the Father has sent the Son to be the Savior of the world.

Amplified Bible
We [who were with Him in person] have seen and testify [as eye-witnesses] that the Father has sent the Son to be the Savior of the world.

Christian Standard Bible
And we have seen and we testify that the Father has sent his Son as the world’s Savior.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
And we have seen and we testify that the Father has sent His Son as the world’s Savior.

American Standard Version
And we have beheld and bear witness that the Father hath sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world.

Contemporary English Version
God sent his Son to be the Savior of the world. We saw his Son and are now telling others about him.

English Revised Version
And we have beheld and bear witness that the Father hath sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
We have seen and testify to the fact that the Father sent his Son as the Savior of the world.

Good News Translation
And we have seen and tell others that the Father sent his Son to be the Savior of the world.

International Standard Version
We have seen for ourselves and can testify that the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world.

Majority Standard Bible
And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent His Son to be the Savior of the world.

NET Bible
And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent the Son to be the Savior of the world.

New Heart English Bible
We have seen and testify that the Father has sent the Son as the Savior of the world.

Webster's Bible Translation
And we have seen and do testify, that the Father sent the Son to be the Savior of the world.

Weymouth New Testament
And we have seen and bear witness that the Father has sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world.

World English Bible
We have seen and testify that the Father has sent the Son as the Savior of the world.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent the Son [as] Savior of the world;

Berean Literal Bible
And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent the Son as Savior of the world.

Young's Literal Translation
And we -- we have seen and do testify, that the Father hath sent the Son -- Saviour of the world;

Smith's Literal Translation
And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent his. Son a Saviour of the world.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And we have seen, and do testify, that the Father hath sent his Son to be the Saviour of the world.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And we have seen, and we testify, that the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world.

New American Bible
Moreover, we have seen and testify that the Father sent his Son as savior of the world.

New Revised Standard Version
And we have seen and do testify that the Father has sent his Son as the Savior of the world.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And we have seen and do testify that the Father sent his Son to be the Saviour of the world.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And we see and do testify that The Father has sent his Son, The Savior for the world.

NT Translations

Anderson New Testament
And we have seen, and we do testify, that the Father sent the Son to be the Savior of the world.

Godbey New Testament
And we have seen and we testify that the Father has sent forth his Son the Saviour of the world.

Haweis New Testament
And we have seen and bear testimony, that the Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world.

Mace New Testament
and we have seen, and do testify, that the father hath sent the son to be the saviour of the world.

Weymouth New Testament
And we have seen and bear witness that the Father has sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world.

Worrell New Testament
And we have beheld, and testify, that the Father hath sent the Son, as Savior of the world.

Worsley New Testament
And we have seen, and do testify, that the Father hath sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world.

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Audio Bible

Context

Love Comes from God
…13By this we know that we remain in Him, and He in us: He has given us of His Spirit. 14And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent His Son to be the Savior of the world. 15If anyone confesses that Jesus is the Son of God, God abides in him, and he in God.…

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Cross References

John 3:16
For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.

John 1:14
The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.

John 1:29
The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!

John 4:42
They said to the woman, “We now believe not only because of your words; we have heard for ourselves, and we know that this man truly is the Savior of the world.”

John 6:40
For it is My Father’s will that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in Him shall have eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day.”

John 12:47
As for anyone who hears My words and does not keep them, I do not judge him. For I have not come to judge the world, but to save the world.

1 John 5:11
And this is that testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son.

Acts 13:23
From the descendants of this man, God has brought to Israel the Savior Jesus, as He promised.

Luke 19:10
For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”

Matthew 1:21
She will give birth to a Son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.”

Hebrews 2:9
But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels, now crowned with glory and honor because He suffered death, so that by the grace of God He might taste death for everyone.

Romans 5:8
But God proves His love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

Isaiah 53:11
After the anguish of His soul, He will see the light of life and be satisfied. By His knowledge My righteous Servant will justify many, and He will bear their iniquities.

Isaiah 49:6
He says: “It is not enough for You to be My Servant, to raise up the tribes of Jacob, and to restore the protected ones of Israel. I will also make You a light for the nations, to bring My salvation to the ends of the earth.”

Isaiah 43:11
I, yes I, am the LORD, and there is no Savior but Me.

Treasury of Scripture

And we have seen and do testify that the Father sent the Son to be the Savior of the world.

we have.

1 John 1:1-3
That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, of the Word of life; …

1 John 5:9
If we receive the witness of men, the witness of God is greater: for this is the witness of God which he hath testified of his Son.

John 1:14
And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.

the Father.

1 John 4:10
Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.

John 3:34
For he whom God hath sent speaketh the words of God: for God giveth not the Spirit by measure unto him.

John 5:36,37
But I have greater witness than that of John: for the works which the Father hath given me to finish, the same works that I do, bear witness of me, that the Father hath sent me…

the Saviour.

1 John 2:1,2
My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous: …

John 1:29
The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.

John 3:16,17
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life…

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1 John 4

1. He warns them not to believe all who boast of the Spirit;
7. and exhorts to brotherly love.

Berean Study Bible

And we have seen
The phrase "we have seen" is derived from the Greek word "ἑωράκαμεν" (heōrakamen), which implies a deep, personal, and experiential knowledge. In the context of 1 John, this is not merely a physical seeing but a spiritual insight and understanding. The apostle John, as an eyewitness of Jesus Christ, emphasizes the authenticity and reliability of his testimony. This seeing is akin to the intimate knowledge that comes from a close relationship, underscoring the importance of personal experience in the Christian faith.

and testify
The Greek word for "testify" is "μαρτυροῦμεν" (martyroumen), which means to bear witness or to give evidence. In the early Christian context, testimony was crucial for the spread of the Gospel. The apostles' testimony was foundational for the early church, serving as a bridge between the historical Jesus and the faith of subsequent generations. This act of testifying is not passive but an active declaration of truth, often in the face of opposition, reflecting the courage and conviction of the early Christians.

that the Father
The term "the Father" refers to God the Father, emphasizing the relational aspect of the Trinity. In the Jewish tradition, God as Father was a familiar concept, but in the New Testament, this relationship is deepened through the revelation of Jesus Christ. The Fatherhood of God speaks to His authority, love, and the intimate relationship He desires with His creation. This phrase highlights the divine initiative in the plan of salvation, underscoring that it is God the Father who orchestrates the sending of the Son.

has sent
The Greek word "ἀπέσταλκεν" (apestalken) is used here, indicating a mission or commissioning. This sending is purposeful and intentional, reflecting the divine plan of redemption. The concept of sending is central to the Gospel narrative, as it underscores the pre-existence of Christ and His voluntary submission to the Father's will. This act of sending is a demonstration of God's love and commitment to redeem humanity.

His Son
"His Son" refers to Jesus Christ, emphasizing His unique and divine sonship. In the context of 1 John, this title affirms the deity of Christ and His eternal relationship with the Father. The Sonship of Jesus is a cornerstone of Christian doctrine, affirming both His divinity and His role in the Trinity. This phrase also highlights the sacrificial nature of Christ's mission, as the beloved Son is sent into the world to accomplish salvation.

to be the Savior
The term "Savior" comes from the Greek "σωτῆρα" (sōtēra), meaning one who delivers or rescues. In the biblical context, a savior is one who brings salvation, often in a context of deliverance from danger or oppression. Jesus as the Savior is central to the Christian message, as He delivers humanity from sin and its consequences. This title encapsulates the purpose of Christ's mission and the hope offered to all who believe.

of the world
The phrase "of the world" indicates the universal scope of Christ's saving work. The Greek word "κόσμου" (kosmou) refers to the world in its entirety, encompassing all of humanity. This underscores the inclusivity of the Gospel message, affirming that salvation through Jesus Christ is available to every person, regardless of race, nationality, or status. It reflects the heart of God for all people and the global mission of the church to proclaim this good news to the ends of the earth.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 14. - And we have beheld, and do bear witness. The emphatic ἡμεῖς clearly means "we apostles;" and "beheld" τεθέαμεθα implies contemplation with bodily eyes, as in verse 12. The invisible God can be only "invisibly seen" by the pure heart. But the incarnate Son has been visibly contemplated; and to bear witness of this fact was the very office of an apostle (John 15:27; Acts 1:8). The language of this verse, as of chapter 1 John 1:1, 3, would be strained and rather unreal in one who had not seen the Christ in the flesh. Note that σωτῆρα has no article, and is not in mere apposition, but is a second predicate: "The Father hath sent [see on verse 10] the Son as Saviour," i.e., to be such. "The world," as commonly in St. John's writings, is specially the unregenerate among the human race.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Greek

And
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

we
ἡμεῖς (hēmeis)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

have seen
τεθεάμεθα (tetheametha)
Verb - Perfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 1st Person Plural
Strong's 2300: A prolonged form of a primary verb; to look closely at, i.e. perceive; by extension to visit.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

testify
μαρτυροῦμεν (martyroumen)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural
Strong's 3140: To witness, bear witness, give evidence, testify, give a good report. From martus; to be a witness, i.e. Testify.

that
ὅτι (hoti)
Conjunction
Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.

the
ὁ (ho)
Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

Father
Πατὴρ (Patēr)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3962: Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'.

has sent
ἀπέσταλκεν (apestalken)
Verb - Perfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 649: From apo and stello; set apart, i.e. to send out literally or figuratively.

[His]
τὸν (ton)
Article - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

Son [to be]
Υἱὸν (Huion)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5207: A son, descendent. Apparently a primary word; a 'son', used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship.

[the] Savior
Σωτῆρα (Sōtēra)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4990: A savior, deliverer, preserver. From sozo; a deliverer, i.e. God or Christ.

of the
τοῦ (tou)
Article - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

world.
κόσμου (kosmou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2889: Probably from the base of komizo; orderly arrangement, i.e. Decoration; by implication, the world (morally).

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