If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness (1 Jn. 1.8-9). Even when we are helping others, we are warned that we need to ...
James 5:16– “Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” 1 Timothy 2:1– “I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for...
Through the sacrament of reconciliation, and by confession our sins to a priest,we have the assurance of Jesus' own words that we shall be forgiven of our sins. This is especially true for mortal or very grave sins. ... By confessing our sins to a priest, we are given a vehicle by ...
If your sins are many, what does that do to him?New Living TranslationIf you sin, how does that affect God? Even if you sin again and again, what effect will it have on him?English Standard VersionIf you have sinned, what do you accomplish against him? And if your transgressions are...
How do you feel about confessing your sins? A. If you do something wrong you should confess that you've done it. B. Fine. But I'd never sin! C. It's stupid. You shouldn't have to answer to someone for doing something. (within reason) D. It doesn't matter if you confess to ...
This is probably not the time to confess your sins, seek comfort for your guilt, or tie up every negative loose end. Use moderation when tempted, or seek counsel from others about how or if to proceed. Most of all, take time to listen, not just to talk. Denish Walsh Clinical Psycholog...
Here are examples of what early Christian writers had to say on the subject of confession:The Didache“Confess your sins in church, and do not go up to your prayer with an evil conscience. This is the way of life. . . . On the Lord’s Day gather together, break bread, and give ...
Through baptism, individuals are reborn as children of God and united with Jesus Christ in His death, becoming new creatures through the resurrection of Christ. This sacrament is essential for salvation as it removes both original sin and actual sins, representing the ultimate forgiveness of sins,...
when I shall take away their sins. 11:28 As concerning the gospel, they are enemies for your sakes: but as touching the election, they are beloved for the fathers’ sakes. 11:29 For the gifts and calling of God are without repentance. 11:30 For as ye in times past have not b...
(a sinner)” or “to grant absolution to (apenitent).” It also means “to hear the confession” of a person if you’re a priest, and to “confess one’s sins” if you’re someone going to the priest. In short,shriveis all about talking it out and getting sins off of one’s ...