Timeless Truth

When any of the people become aware of their guilt, they must confess their sin. Leviticus 5:5 NLT’

Thoughtful Wisdom

“Confess your sins to the Lord and you will be forgiven; confess them to man
and you will be laughed at.”  – Josh Billings

“Confession is the first step to repentance.”  – English Proverb

“It is the confession, not the priest, that gives absolution.”  – Oscar Wilde

“It is not the criminal things which are hardest to confess, but the ridiculous
and shameful.”  – Rousseau

“Confession is good for the soul.”  – Scottish saying

Treasured Gifts

* Joy of pardon — freedom from depressing guilt

* Holiness of mercy — a clean heart because of Christ’s love

* Humility — attitude adjustment from awareness of sinful nature

* Freedom of total candor — the liberation of sincerity

* Hope — envisioning eventual fulfillment of God’s promises

* Fulfillment — purposeful living through sharing Christ’s love with others

Today’s Affirmation

I will confess and renounce my sadness, and be joyful in Christ’s Presence.

I will confess and renounce my sin, and celebrate a clean heart by His love.

I will confess and renounce my superiority complex, and seek to be a servant.

I will confess and renounce my subterfuge, and be honest to God.

I will confess and renounce my sulkiness, and dance for joy by faith.

I will confess and renounce my selfishness, and recommend the God of the second chance.

Pastor (ret) Johnny R. Almond