Daily Wisdom: 1 John 1:8-9

Tuesday, November 27, 2001

If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.
— 1 John 1:8-9

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