If we say, “We have not sinned,” then we depict God as a liar and show that we have not let His word find its way into our hearts.

You are my little children, so I am writing these things to help you avoid sin. If, however, any believer does sin, we have a high-powered defense lawyer—Jesus the Anointed, the righteous—arguing on our behalf before the Father.

There is a sure way for us to know that we belong to the truth. Even though our inner thoughts may condemn us with storms of guilt and constant reminders of our failures, we can know in our hearts that in His presence God Himself is greater than any accusation. He knows all things.

My loved ones, if our hearts cannot condemn us, then we can stand with confidence before God.

My little children, keep away from idols.