Today's Verse: 1 John 4:8

Wednesday, February 2, 1949

Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.
— 1 John 4:8

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

An unloving person doesn't know God. It's that simple. Enough said.

My Prayer...

Father, please bless me with a loving heart and a lifestyle that generously shares your love with others. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.

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Illustration of 1 John 4:8 — Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.

About This Devotional

Today's Verse is a free daily devotional that includes a Bible verse, thought and prayer.

The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.

All scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION. © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House.

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