John 17:3
KJVAnd this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.
WEBThis is eternal life, that they should know you, the only true God, and him whom you sent, Jesus Christ.
Bible Verses About Knowing God
12 Bible verses about knowing God, quoted word for word from the King James Version (KJV) and the World English Bible (WEB). Both translations are in the public domain. Tap a chapter link to read each verse in its full context.
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Hebrews 4:12
KJVFor the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
WEBFor the word of God is living and active, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing of soul and spirit, of both joints and marrow, and is able to discern the thoughts and intentions of the heart.
Jeremiah 9:23-24
KJVThus saith the LORD, Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches: But let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I am the LORD which exercise lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight, saith the LORD.
WEBYahweh says, “Don’t let the wise man glory in his wisdom. Don’t let the mighty man glory in his might. Don’t let the rich man glory in his riches. But let him who glories glory in this, that he has understanding, and knows me, that I am Yahweh who exercises loving kindness, justice, and righteousness on the earth, for I delight in these things,” says Yahweh.
Psalm 119:105
KJVThy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.
WEBYour word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path.
2 Peter 3:18
KJVBut grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen.
WEBBut grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and forever. Amen.
Philippians 3:10
KJVThat I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death;
WEBthat I may know him and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, becoming conformed to his death,
John 1:1
KJVIn the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
WEBIn the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
Romans 12:2
KJVAnd be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
WEBDon’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God.
2 Timothy 3:16
KJVAll scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
WEBEvery Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for instruction in righteousness,
James 4:7
KJVSubmit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
WEBBe subject therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
Proverbs 8:17
KJVI love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.
WEBI love those who love me. Those who seek me diligently will find me.
1 John 3:6
KJVWhosoever abideth in him sinneth not: whosoever sinneth hath not seen him, neither known him.
WEBWhoever remains in him doesn’t sin. Whoever sins hasn’t seen him and doesn’t know him.
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