“If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.“ 1 John 1:8-9 The truth is that the more we comprehend the perfections of God’s [...]
Posts Tagged ‘1 John’
Your Daily Dose of Gospel #4
Posted: 09/17/2008 in Daily DosageTags: 1 John, Gospel, Holiness, Justice, Sacrifice
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I’m sure that we all know the verse from 1 John 4:19… “We love Him, because He first loved us.” Well, I’m just curious if it would also be correct to say: “God loved us, because He first loved Himself.” I’m thinking that if God is all glorious, and worthy of praise, then His love [...]
Power to Forgive!
Posted: 07/16/2008 in DevotionsTags: 1 John, Christs death, Colossians, Forgiveness, Gospel, love your neighbor, Romans
As Christ’s people we are called to love one another. “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” – Matthew 22:39 I am sure that you have all realized that your neighbors are sinners. Maybe they have gossiped about you, stole from you, lied to you, persecuted you, or just treated you without respect. Now at [...]
