1 John, 1
8. If we say, "We are without sin," we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
8. If we say, "We are without sin," we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
Chapter 1 of 1 St. John addresses the importance of confession of sins and forgiveness, as well as the nature of God and the need to walk in light and truth. Below are five verses related to these themes, in order of proximity to the chapter:
Proverbs 28:13: "Which covers your transgressions will never prosper; but what confesses them and will leave mercy." This verse highlights the importance of confession of sins and the need to abandon them to receive mercy.
Psalm 32:5: "I confess to my sin and my iniquity I no longer hid. I said, I will confess to the Lord my transgressions; and you forgave the guilt of my sin." This verse talks about the joy and relief that comes from the confession of God's sins and forgiveness.
Isaiah 1:18: "Come, and let us, say, say the Lord; even if your sins are like scarlet, they will become white like snow; even though they are red as Carmesim, they will become like the White wool. " This verse highlights the mercy and forgiveness of God, which transforms our sins into purity.
John 8:12: "He spoke to them, for Jesus again, saying, I am the light of the world; who follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." This verse relates to the idea of walking in light and truth, which is discussed in 1 St. John 1.
1 John 3:5: "You also know that he manifested himself to take the sins; and there is no sin in him." This verse emphasizes the nature of Christ as the Savior who takes our sins and purifies us.
“Ouço interiormente uma voz que constantemente me diz: Santifique-se e santifique!” São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina
