Repenting is our acknowledging our weakness and sin to God, turning from it, and seeking Him for the power to live right. We can’t do it without Him. Repenting is not only listing off all our faults and feeling bad about ourselves, that is self-pity and not the example Jesus sets. In Matthew 6:12 Jesus sets the example for repentant prayer with these words:
“And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.” (Matthew 6:12 ESV)
Repentance is recognizing our faults and turning to the only One who can empower us to overcome. So many people are subject to sin because they are trying to overcome it on their own. But our own strength is not enough to free us from the bondage of sin. But you know what is? Repentance through prayer. Inviting God into our brokenness, receiving His forgiveness, being motivated by His love and grace, and not guilt and shame. Today, I encourage you to repent to God of your sin and receive the forgiveness that He promises.
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for sending Your son Jesus to die on the cross to forgive me of my sins. Please forgive me for times when I’ve been prideful and not repented to You. Thank you for Your new grace and mercy that covers me. In Jesus Christ’s Name, I pray. Amen.