Now, little children, remain in him, that when he appears, we may have boldness, and not be ashamed before him at his coming.
I write unto you, little children, because your sins are forgiven you for his name's sake. I write unto you, fathers, because you have known him that is from the beginning. I write unto you, young men, because you have overcome the wicked one. I write unto, little children, because you have known the Father ( 1 John 2:12-13 ).