Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on 1 John 2:4 in English Standard Version "Whoever says “I know him” but does not keep his commandments is a liar, and the truth is not in him," Joh 8:44 You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies. 1Jo 1:8 If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.