1Jo 4:21 | JFB | STEP | 21. Besides the argument ( ) from the common feeling of men, he here adds a stronger one from God's express commandment ( ). He who loves, will do what the object of his love wishes. he who loveth God-- he who wishes to be regarded by God as loving Him.

‏ 1 John 4:21

21. Besides the argument (1Jo 4:20) from the common feeling of men, he here adds a stronger one from God's express commandment (Mt 22:39). He who loves, will do what the object of his love wishes.

he who loveth God--he who wishes to be regarded by God as loving Him.