Reading the beginning of this chapter in a thought-by-thought paraphrase, rather than a literal word-by-word translation, gives me a different perspective on the passage.
The Message emphasizes the disconnect between a Christian's relationship to Jesus and his or her sins.
The two do not mix and should not coexist.
Fortunately, the solution is simple. Allow Jesus to be your paracletos and advocate for your soul against the devil's claims. Unless you hire Jesus to represent you, you're a slave to your sins and owned by Satan. This is a terrifying thought, and one I don't entertain very often.
Monday, March 10, 2008
1 John 2:1-6 Paraphrased
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