1 John 3:21 - Clarke's commentary and critical notes on the Bible

Beloved, if our heart condemn us not, then have we confidence toward God. If our heart condemn us not - If we be conscious to ourselves of our own sincerity, that we practice not deceit, and use no mask, then have we confidence toward God - we can appeal to him for our sincerity, and we can come with boldness to the throne of grace, to obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. And therefore says the apostle,