1 John 1:8–2:1

^8aIf we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves and the ^btruth is not in us.

^9aIf we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and ^bto cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

^10aIf we say that we have not sinned, we ^bmake Him a liar and ^cHis word is not in us.

CHAPTER 2

Jesus Christ Our Advocate

^1aMy little children, I am ^bwriting these things to you so that you may not sin. And if anyone sins, ^cwe have an ^1dAdvocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous;