A Scripture and a Prayer: “Confession is Good for the Soul”

“He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.” (Proverbs 28:13)

Prayer:

Lord, how easy it is for us to sweep sin under the rug, quoting 1 Peter 4:8 that Your love covers a multitude of sins. But this is not what You had in mind. You tell us that if we confess our sins, You are just and faithful to forgive and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Help us therefore not only to confess our sins but also to renounce them, that is, to repent and turn away from them while turning toward You. For it is Your grace and mercy that we need if we ever expect to live productive lives for You. Therefore, we ask You to please forgive us our sins, cleanse us from our unrighteousness, and help us turn from them and unto You. And this we ask in Jesus’s name. AMEN