In verse 1 we can deduce that Jesus is the Word of Life manifested into human form.
1 John 1:6-7
If we claim to have fellowship with him yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live by the truth. But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.
When we call ourselves disciples, we have to live out the teachings of Christ. If we don't, then we become liars and hypocrites since we don't do what we preach. The road is not easy but knowing that and continuing to push on towards a God-glorifying life then Jesus will help us and will purge the darkness out of us bit by bit.
1 John 1:9
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.
I kneel down at the foot of the cross and look to my Father, who I know that because of His unconditional love and Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, I am forgiven and will continue to be blessed so that I can serve and be an example of what a Christ follower should be.
Application: Knowing that you are a disciple, is your life showing that?
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