Faithful to Forgive

Redemptive Recovery
May 15
2 min read

May 15

"If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous, so that He will forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

(1 John 1:9)

Confession is not about groveling or trying to earn forgiveness. It is about coming into agreement with God: acknowledging our sin for what it is and trusting Him to do what only He can do. This verse doesn’t offer forgiveness as a possibility; it presents it as a promise. If we confess, He will forgive.

Forgiveness isn’t about minimizing sin. It’s about maximizing grace.

This is the heart of grace. We don’t come to God hoping He might show us mercy. We come knowing that He is faithful and righteous. He has already made the way through Jesus Christ. The cross was not partial payment; it was full satisfaction for the debt of sin. Because of this, we can approach God honestly, without fear of rejection.

We all know what it means to fall short, to carry guilt, and to long for a clean slate. The beauty of this promise is that God not only forgives; He cleanses. He removes the residue of shame and sets our feet back on solid ground.

Forgiveness isn’t about minimizing sin. It’s about maximizing grace. When we confess, we’re not telling God something He doesn’t already know. We’re opening our hearts to receive what He already longs to give. And we’re reminded once again that His character never changes: He is faithful.

What do you need to bring into the light today? What sin are you holding onto that God is ready to cleanse?

Father, thank You for being faithful and righteous. I confess my sin to You, not to earn forgiveness, but to receive it. Cleanse my heart, renew my mind, and help me walk in the freedom You’ve already provided. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Redemptive Recovery (RR) is a Christian recovery group and program that is modeled on biblical truths. We believe that Jesus Christ has the power to transform our lives and that the bible is our roadmap. RR meets weekly and is for anyone currently navigating the challenges of addiction and also those that are further along in their recovery.

Visit www.redemptiverecovery.org for more information.