Ask Pastor John Why Do We Confess If Our Sins Are Already Forgiven?
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Apr 20, 2020 Explore the intriguing practice of confession in Christianity despite the promise of total forgiveness. Discover how Christ's sacrifice relates to the act of confessing sins. Delve into the delicate balance between God's sovereignty and personal faith in experiencing forgiveness. Uncover the traits that characterize true believers and how acknowledging sin plays a pivotal role in nurturing a genuine relationship with God. This profound conversation challenges conventional views on forgiveness and highlights the importance of confession as an expression of faith.
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The Paradox of Confession
- Christians grapple with the seeming contradiction between already being forgiven through Christ and the need for continual confession.
- This question arises from passages like John 19:30 and Colossians 2:13-14, which emphasize complete forgiveness, and 1 John 1:9, which calls for ongoing confession.
Once-for-All Forgiveness
- Jesus' death on the cross achieved a once-for-all forgiveness of sins for his followers, securing their eternal standing with God.
- This forgiveness is complete and cannot be repeated or added to, as emphasized in Hebrews 7:27, 9:26, and 10:14.
Forgiveness Through Faith
- While forgiveness is secured through Christ's death, personally experiencing this forgiveness comes through faith in him.
- This is supported by verses like Acts 10:43 and Romans 3:28, which link forgiveness to belief and faith.
