What does 1 John 1:10 mean?

1 John 1:10 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply 1 John 1:10 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

If we say that we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us.

8If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.

9If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

10If we say that we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us.

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