Whoever conceals their sins does not prosper, but the one who confesses and renounces them finds mercy.
Proverbs 28:13
The Weight of Secrets
Have you ever carried a secret that felt heavy?
Maybe it’s something you did or a mistake you’re trying to hide.
This verse offers a pathway to freedom that might not seem reasonable at first.
The Problem with Hiding
Think about a wound that gets covered up without being cleaned.
It might look fine on the surface, but underneath, it’s not healing properly.
That’s exactly what happens when we hide our sins instead of addressing them.
The Power of Confession
Confession isn’t just about admitting wrongs – it’s about being honest with God and ourselves.
It’s like opening the curtains in a dark room. Suddenly, light fills the space, and everything becomes clear.
Beyond Just Words
Notice the verse mentions both confessing AND renouncing.
This means we’re not just acknowledging our mistakes but also choosing to turn away from them.
It’s like not only admitting you’re on the wrong road but actually turning around.
Your Step Toward Freedom
Today, is there something YOU need to bring into the light?
Remember, God’s mercy awaits those who come to Him honestly.
Start with the thing that’s been weighing on your heart; talk to Him about it! Tell Him what YOU did, and express your sorrow for going against Him.
He will hear you, forgive you and heal your heart!
Upside Down: 15 Week Bible Study
You Have Been Seated with Christ in the Heavenly Realms
God’s great hope for us is not simply the forgiveness of sins and a place in heaven when we die; but rather, He wants us totally restored, in heart, mind and soul . . . NOW!
As we enter into this amazing adventure with God, we soon recognize that we are a part of something tremendous, something that is beyond our earthy perspective, and we are transported into the heavens with Christ; we live, breathe, and find our being in Him!
This Bible study will help you rediscover how it all began, what happened in the Garden of Eden, who is the Devil really, and what is he up to today.
- Head into the heavenly realms and discover profound truths concerning your relationship with God, and His incredible plan for you.
- Search your heart, preparing for a fresh baptism of the Holy Spirit. In this study, you will enter into God’s armory, suiting up with the whole armor of God.
- Discover the Keys to the Kingdom given to you, and learn what they unlock; discovering your true nature in Christ, the authority given, the Sword of the Spirit, the covering armor, and the mission ahead, you will truly learn to pray . . . Upside Down!