Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life

Confession

Nov 11, 2024

43:53

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Explore the transformative power of confession and its vital role in achieving joy and spiritual growth. Discover how true guilt differs from self-pity and the importance of forgiveness for lasting happiness. Learn about the depth of authentic repentance and how it reconnects believers with God. Delve into the safety of sharing vulnerabilities and the impact of constructive criticism on relationships. This insightful discussion reveals how embracing confession can lead to profound personal renewal.

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True confession involves recognizing the difference between true guilt, which fosters redemption, and false guilt, which hinders personal growth.

Understanding God's grace as the foundation of forgiveness encourages authentic relationships marked by transparency and compassion for others.

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The Role of Forgiveness

Forgiveness is essential for living a fulfilled life, according to the insights drawn from Psalm 31. The passage emphasizes that true happiness and fulfillment stem from recognizing the depth of one's need for forgiveness and accepting it. Jesus reiterates this notion, explaining that those who have been forgiven much are capable of loving much, highlighting the idea that understanding one's shortcomings can lead to greater compassion and love for others. This concept suggests that a strong recognition of one's flaws not only fosters genuine connections with God but also cultivates a more empathetic approach to relationships with others.

Intro

4min

The Power of Forgiveness

16min

Understanding Guilt and the Journey of True Repentance

2min

The Depth of True Confession

19min

The Safety of Confession and Criticism

2min

When you know you’ve screwed up, when you know you’ve failed, how do you get up again in such a way that you have more joy and power than before?

There’s a secret basis of confession: it’s a secret only because most of us don’t know about it. And it’s a crucial missing piece in most people’s thinking.

Let’s look at what Psalm 32 says about 1) the need for confession, 2) the way of confession, and 3) the secret basis of confession.

This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on May 12, 2002. Series: Psalms: Disciples of Grace. Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11.

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