Faithful to Forgive

“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

We may travel 70 miles per hour in a 65 miles per hour speed zone and not be caught by the police. We may not report cash income on our income tax statement and fail to be summoned by the Internal Revenue Service. But we can never fudge on God’s Word and avoid the consequences. God means what He says and says what He means.

While the consequences of our sin will vary according to its nature - all sin is hated by God. Unfortunately, because the consequences of gossip at the office, the lustful look at the shopping mall, or the outburst of temper in the home seem minor - we can develop a lifestyle of disobedience.

Although there may appear to be no repercussions, all sin disrupts and interferes in our fellowship with Jesus Christ. Our intimacy wanes. Our devotion flickers. Our sense of God’s peace, joy, and love fade. Conversation with Him diminishes. Above all, our hearts are not right with Him. The severest effect of sin is a dulling of our relationship with Christ.

If you have sinned against God, humbly acknowledge your sin, receive His forgiveness, and rekindle the heart of your salvation - intimacy with Christ.

“He who conceals his transgressions will not prosper, but he who confesses and forsakes them will find compassion.” Proverbs 28:13