1 John 1:9 KJV [9] If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. John has a lot to say about sin in this one verse. He first mentions the confession of sin. Secondly, he highlights the comfort about sin. Finally, he emphasizes the cleansing from all sin. As believers, we should note that there is a responsibility on both our part and the Lord’s part to deal with our sin. However, there is only one thing you and I can do about our sin. We read this …
“Self-Deception”
1 John 1:8 KJV [8] If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. Today’s world is filled with deceit. It all started in the Garden of Eden with the devil and Eve. A simple conversation casting doubt on the truth of God’s word caused a catastrophic reaction. Since that day, deception has infiltrated our society like a cancer out of control. Truth has fallen in the streets! The world would rather believe a lie as to know the truth about sin. Self-deception defiles our speech. Keep in mind that John …
“Living in the Son-light”
1 John 1:7 KJV [7] But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin. The happiest life is not living in the sunlight of God’s world, but rather living in the Son-light of God’s Word. John gives three precious treasures in this verse that believers find when walking in the light of his Word. First, we find Christ in the light. When we walk in the light of his word we experience the reality of his presence. We …
“Living a Lie”
1 John 1:6 KJV [6] If we say that we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the truth: The believer’s words and walk should always be in sync with each other. A double standard has caused the world to lose respect for modern day Christendom. Sinners have no confidence in church goers who sin and party on Saturday night, then want to sing and pray on Sunday morning. They see these individuals for who they really are. They are hypocrites trying to ease their own conscience with a little religion. So, the world …