SCRIPTURE
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness?” 1 John 1:9 (KJV).
MESSAGE
Forgiveness is a gift from God, so you received forgiveness as a gift the day you were born again. This is why forgiveness is for the believer. When someone gives you a gift, your corresponding action is to receive the gift and thank the person. In the same way, you receive the gift of forgiveness with thanksgiving. You do not ask for what has already been given to you, you take it. “…If anyone [born again child of God] sins, we have an advocate with the father, Jesus Christ the righteous” 1 John 2:1. If you do something wrong, you will have that nagging in your spirit letting you know you are wrong.
Be conscious of the life of Christ in you and life your triumphant life. The Lord Jesus took responsibility for your wrongs; He paid the price already. If you default (sin) after you are born again, it does not make you a sinner. The Holy Spirit will bring it into your attention. You say, “Lord, I acknowledge my fault; I receive forgiveness in the name of the Lord Jesus”. God is faithful and just to forgive you and cleanse you from all unrighteousness, then live guilt free.
PRAYER / CONFESSION
Dear Heavenly Father, I thank You for the gift of forgiveness. I accept Your gift of forgiveness and choose to walk in the freedom it brings. I reject any feelings of condemnation and embrace Your love and righteousness that come from being in Christ. Thank You for Your unending mercy and grace in the name of the Lord Jesus. Amen.
WISDOM NUGGET
“For by grace you were saved through faith, and not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast” Ephesians 2:8-9 (KJV).