New Testament · Epistle
1 John 1:8
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If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
About 1 John 1:8
Few verses address Sin in the Bible as directly as 1 John 1:8. This New Testament passage from the epistle of 1 John has become a cornerstone of biblical teaching on the subject, treasured for its precision and pastoral warmth.
Related Verses
- Romans 3:23
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;”
- Romans 6:23
“For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.”
- 1 John 1:9
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”
- James 1:15
“Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.”
- Isaiah 59:2
“But your iniquities have separated between you and your God, and your sins have hid his face from you, that he will not hear.”
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How to Apply 1 John 1:8
Pray through 1 John 1:8 slowly, pausing at each phrase. Journal what God highlights regarding on the theme of Sin in the Bible. Commit to one concrete application over the next seven days, and revisit your notes at the end of the week to see how your perspective has shifted through the lens of this passage.