1 John — Chapter 2 (Devotional) Key Scripture (NKJV “My little children, these things I write to you, so that you may not sin. And if anyone sins, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous.” — 1 John 2:1 “He who says he abides in Him ought himself also to walk just as He walked.” — 1 John 2:6 1 John 2 holds two truths together that every believer needs: holiness and hope. First, John is clear: God’s desire is that we do not sin. Grace is never permission