Confession

Of all the things Mr. Bill does well, a clever sidestep is one of them.  In order to get a straight answer, I’m still learning – after 42+ years – to ask the right questions!  Something rarely heard from pulpits today is what Scripture says about confession yet what is said is quite clear.  "Whoever conceals his transgression will not prosper, but he who confesses and forsakes them will obtain mercy.” (Proverbs 28:13).  Aren't we pleased in the process of justice when there is a confession of wrongdoing?  The principle of accountability suits us just fine unless it is between one’s self and God.  Ouch!  We are commanded to confess our sin before The One Who is solely qualified to forgive.  "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness." (1 John 1:9).  The ultimate cause and effect - do this and this happens: confess - be forgiven. Confession is quite simply agreeing with God.  I heard an evangelist say one time, "keep a short list of sins."  In other words, confession should be done regularly – at the very point of conviction - immediately. Did your day begin or end with a time of genuine confession?  If not, like me, your list may be much longer than it should be!  Let us make regular confession to The Father part of our daily walk.