My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father – Jesus Christ, the Righteous One.
1 John 2:1 (NIV)
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Today’s Devotional
In 1 John 2:1, the apostle John addresses his readers as “my dear children” and shares a powerful message about Jesus Christ’s role as our advocate. John’s purpose in writing is to encourage believers not to sin, but he acknowledges that sin is a reality in our lives. When we do sin, Jesus Christ, the Righteous One, serves as our advocate before the Father.
As our advocate, Jesus pleads our case and defends us. His sacrificial death on the cross has provided the atonement necessary for the forgiveness of our sins. Through Jesus, we can find forgiveness and restoration in our relationship with God. This verse serves as a reminder of the grace and love that God has for us, even when we fall short.
Time to reflect
To apply the message of 1 John 2:1 to our lives, consider the following points:
- Strive to live a life free from sin, seeking the Holy Spirit’s guidance and strength to resist temptation.
- Remember that Jesus is our advocate before the Father when we do sin, providing forgiveness and restoration.
- Acknowledge our need for Jesus’ atoning sacrifice and the forgiveness that comes through faith in Him.
- Embrace God’s grace and love, allowing it to transform our hearts and lives.
- Share the hope of Jesus’ advocacy with others, offering encouragement and support to fellow believers.
Prayer Of The Day
Heavenly Father, thank You for sending Jesus Christ, the Righteous One, to be our advocate. We are grateful for the forgiveness and restoration we have through His sacrifice on the cross. Help us to strive for a life free from sin, relying on Your Holy Spirit to guide and strengthen us.
When we do fall short, remind us of the grace and love You have for us. May we embrace Your forgiveness and allow it to transform our hearts and lives. Help us to share the hope of Jesus’ advocacy with others, encouraging and supporting fellow believers on their journey of faith.
In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
Strengthening Faith
To apply the message of 1 John 2:1 to your life, take these action steps:
- Spend time daily in prayer and reading the Scriptures, asking for the Holy Spirit’s guidance in resisting sin.
- Regularly confess your sins to God, acknowledging your need for Jesus’ advocacy and forgiveness.
- Cultivate a heart of gratitude for the grace and love God has shown you through Jesus Christ.
- Share your testimony of God’s forgiveness and restoration with others, offering hope and encouragement to fellow believers.
- Support and encourage other believers as they strive to live a life free from sin, reminding them of Jesus’ advocacy when they fall short.
Today Wisdom
We are called to live a life free from sin, but when we fall short, Jesus Christ serves as our advocate before the Father. His sacrificial death provides the forgiveness and restoration we need to continue our journey of faith. As we embrace God’s grace and love, let us share the hope and encouragement of Jesus’ advocacy with others, supporting fellow believers in their walk with God.
