New International Reader's Version

John 15:9-14 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

9. "Just as the Father has loved me, I have loved you. Now remain in my love.

10. If you obey my commands, you will remain in my love. In the same way, I have obeyed my Father's commands and remain in his love.

11. I have told you this so that my joy will be in you. I also want your joy to be complete.

12. "Here is my command. Love each other, just as I have loved you.

13. No one has greater love than the one who gives his life for his friends.

14. You are my friends if you do what I command.