“Conditions For Forgiveness”
Monday, January 20, 2025Key Verse
“He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy” (Proverbs 28:13).
Text —Proverbs 28:13-14
Message
The Bible story of the prodigal son serves as an apt illustration for our topic of today. The prodigal son, after a period of reckless lifestyle in a far country, became remorseful, penitent and in repentance confessed to his father about his misdeeds. The father promptly forgave him. So all that is required for forgiveness is genuine repentance. In his book, The Charismatic Ministry, Gordon Lindsay states, “God in His mercy will forgive all sins except one. So he forgives even adultery when those who have committed it turn from it in real repentance. But often there is much heartache, loss of reputation, sometimes even a breakup of the home.” We see that both God and man will forgive where there is repentance – often, just a heartfelt apology – “I am sorry.”
A lot of people offend and run off without any apology. Only people who do not value relationships behave like that. How is your relationship with people? Do you have a relationship with God? If you are a sinner, go to God for forgiveness, Jesus came for the purpose. You will be forgiven.
Quote
Often, just a heartfelt apology
Challenge
Confess and forsake your sins today.
Prayer for today
Lord Jesus, I am sorry for my sins; forgive me.