[1:1] We write to you about the Word of life, which has existed from the very beginning. We have heard it, and we have seen it with our eyes; yes, we have seen it, and our hands have touched it.
[1:2] When this life became visible, we saw it; so we speak of it and tell you about the eternal life which was with the Father and was made known to us.
[1:3] What we have seen and heard we announce to you also, so that you will join with us in the fellowship that we have with the Father and with his Son Jesus Christ.
[1:4] We write this in order that our joy may be complete.