When You Sin

If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

1 John 1:9, NASB

You resolve to live by grace through faith, and you begin to enjoy the garden of God’s grace and the blessings of obedience. But then you sin. Is your life with the Lord now hopeless? Are there no second chances? Should you give up?

John shows you God’s perspective now that you are His child living in the garden of grace. He invites you to confess your sins. Confession means you agree with God that you have sinned. When you run to God in confession, you receive forgiveness and cleansing.

Have you ever gotten covered with dust and dirt from head to toe? You stepped into the shower and felt the refreshing water wash away every bit of dirt. Confession and forgiveness produce that clean feeling and make your life seem brand-new again. Today, if you have sinned, don’t wait any longer. Confess and be blessed.

Lord, thank You for your forgiveness in my life every day. Amen.