Quotes about Confession

Through the proof of this service, they will glorify God for your obedience to the confession of the gospel of Christ. 2 Corinthians 9:13

In accordance with what is written, " I believed, therefore I spoke," we also believe, and therefore speak. 2 Corinthians 4:13

I said, "I will confess my transgressions to the Lord," and You took away the guilt of my sin. Psalm 32:5

If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9

The one who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy. Proverbs 28:13

Lord, show me anything in me that is not right in Your eyes so I can confess it before You, because I choose to live Your way." P

Confession has a "consequence" too—a good consequence! A free and happy heart!

What is in our hearts when we pray has more effect on whether our prayers are answered than the actual prayer itself. That's why, when we come before God to pray, He asks us to first confess anything in our hearts that shouldn't be there. He does that so nothing will separate us from Him.

If you're being tormented by guilt or feelings of failure in this area, confess your thoughts to God, pray about it, put it in God's hands, and then stand up and proclaim the truth!

see 1 John 1:8—9; Romans 10:9; Ephesians 2:8—9).

Think of the repentance that could take place with lives changed, marriages preserved, and homes strengthened, if pride did not keep us from confessing our sins and forsaking them.

We can be convicted of sin—we can pray and confess our sin—we can repent—but the real test is our willingness to obey.