Introduction: Listen to the biblical role of our Heavenly Father. Breaking down the text reveals the multifaceted blessing of having a relationship with our Father. 

1. First notice the word “advocate.” (1John 2:1)

“1My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous.”

The word “advocate” is παράκλητος, paraklétos, (par-ak’-lay-tos), which means called to one’s aid, intercessor, a consoler, comforter, helper, Paraclete.

Jesus Christ lived without sin; therefore, He could pay for our sins. And in so doing, He would become a “go between” for us and our Father. We now have access to our Father. 

2. Notice “My little children”! (1John 2:1)

“1My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous.”

The words “little children” are τεκνίον, (tek-nee’-on), which means a little child. Once we are born into God’s family, we become His children. Jesus Christ (the Son of God) makes it possible to have a relationship with our Father (John 14:6; 3:36; 5:24).

3. This was written to CHRISTIANS! (1John 2:1)

God has made provisions for His children when we sin. Jesus pleads our case before our Father. 

Conclusion: Isn’t it good to know that we can be right with our Heavenly Father because of Jesus Christ?

Praise God!