Book of John: What does "believe" mean to John in the first 5 chapters?

Believe mean (past or present tense) saved!

John 1:7
He came as a witness to testify concerning that light, so that through him all men might believe.
John 1:6-8 (in Context) John 1 (Whole Chapter)

John 1:12
Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God—
John 1:11-13 (in Context) John 1 (Whole Chapter)

John 1:50
Jesus said, "You believe because I told you I saw you under the fig tree. You shall see greater things than that."
John 1:49-51 (in Context) John 1 (Whole Chapter)

John 2:22
After he was raised from the dead, his disciples recalled what he had said. Then they believed the Scripture and the words that Jesus had spoken.
John 2:21-23 (in Context) John 2 (Whole Chapter)

John 2:23
Now while he was in Jerusalem at the Passover Feast, many people saw the miraculous signs he was doing and believed in his name.
John 2:22-24 (in Context) John 2 (Whole Chapter)

John 3:12
I have spoken to you of earthly things and you do not believe; how then will you believe if I speak of heavenly things?
John 3:11-13 (in Context) John 3 (Whole Chapter)

John 3:15
that everyone who believes in him may have eternal life.
John 3:14-16 (in Context) John 3 (Whole Chapter)

John 3:16
"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
John 3:15-17 (in Context) John 3 (Whole Chapter)

John 3:18
Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because he has not believed in the name of God's one and only Son.
John 3:17-19 (in Context) John 3 (Whole Chapter)

John 3:36
Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life, but whoever rejects the Son will not see life, for God's wrath remains on him."
John 3:35-36 (in Context) John 3 (Whole Chapter)

John 4:21
Jesus declared, "Believe me, woman, a time is coming when you will worship the Father neither on this mountain nor in Jerusalem.
John 4:20-22 (in Context) John 4 (Whole Chapter)

John 4:39
[ Many Samaritans Believe ] Many of the Samaritans from that town believed in him because of the woman's testimony, "He told me everything I ever did."
John 4:38-40 (in Context) John 4 (Whole Chapter)

John 4:41
And because of his words many more became believers.
John 4:40-42 (in Context) John 4 (Whole Chapter)

John 4:42
They said to the woman, "We no longer believe just because of what you said; now we have heard for ourselves, and we know that this man really is the Savior of the world."
John 4:41-43 (in Context) John 4 (Whole Chapter)

John 4:48
"Unless you people see miraculous signs and wonders," Jesus told him, "you will never believe."
John 4:47-49 (in Context) John 4 (Whole Chapter)

John 4:53
Then the father realized that this was the exact time at which Jesus had said to him, "Your son will live." So he and all his household believed.
John 4:52-54 (in Context) John 4 (Whole Chapter)

Jesus Wept.

WOW! Jesus was human!

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The Daily Verse: Romans 12:19

Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, "Vengeance is mine, I will repay," says the Lord.
Romans 12:19
Instead of brooding about those who have wronged you and how you want to get them back, leave it at the foot of the cross. God's justice is much more intimidating to your enemies than your own ideas of paybacks - so turn it over to Him to make right. Let God deal with things for you and move along so that you're focusing on the present, not the past.

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1 Corinthians 13

The Daily Verse: Psalm 55:22

Cast your burden on the Lord, and He will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved.
Psalm 55:22
You, the righteous, will not be moved - not because you're weighed down by your own burdens, but because Christ is your foothold. Don't carry what isn't yours to carry - it is unnecessary and distracting from what He's got you here for.

The Daily Verse: Matthew 19:24

Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God.
Matthew 19:24
Material things and the continuous longing and search for them can be a distraction from what is really important. With society's bent toward instant gratification, wealth and technology, a lot of times we can forget what really matters. Remember to keep it simple - be sure you're focusing more on eternal things than the tangible things in front of you that aren't.

Boyd Bailey: Walk In Wisdom…

“He who trusts in himself is a fool, but he who walks in wisdom is kept safe.” Proverbs 28:26

What does it mean to walk in wisdom? The contrast is to run ahead of the Lord irresponsibly or to lag behind Him in fear. We walk in wisdom when we wait on Christ’s command and walk with Him by faith. There is a peace and confidence when we walk lock step with the Lord. Indeed, avoid the world’s wisdom, embrace God’s and you will come to know Him and His ways. “For since in the wisdom of God the world through its wisdom did not know him, God was pleased through the foolishness of what was preached to save those who believe” (1 Corinthians 1:21).

Those who walk in wisdom recognize the foolishness of self-trust. Many times there has already been the pain of walking through life without the Lord and the sad experience of self-destructive behavior. Walking alone through life leads to loneliness, feeling lost and a solitary soul. Fools flounder for lack of friends and direction, however the wise are surrounded with mentors and godly guides who protect them from themselves.

“He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm” (Proverbs 13:20). Who do you walk with day in and day out, on the job and away from work? Does your spouse trust those with whom you spend your free time? Are your influencers at work men and women of impeccable integrity? It’s walking with the wise that brings you wisdom and discernment. Wisdom surrounds itself with those who will say to you what you don’t want to hear. Wise friends are not afraid to tell you the truth.

Therefore, shun self-reliance and instead rely on the wisdom of the Lord and His godly followers. Ask your parents what they think. Many times He gives them a unique and accurate assessment of your needs because of their God given authority in your life. Trust in self is a slippery slope into insignificance, but trust in the Lord grows your wisdom and expands your influence. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take” (Proverbs 3:5-6, NLT). Do I prayerfully walk in wisdom as my regular routine in life?