What We Say About Sin - Part 2

Sep 21, 2025    Matt White

In today's exposition of 1 John 1:9, we delve into the nature of true confession and its vital role in our Christian walk. The verse reminds us that if we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us. But what does genuine confession look like? We learn that it's marked by three key aspects: a wholehearted admission, a humble acknowledgment, and an honest agreement with God about our sin. This isn't just about admitting wrongdoing; it's about recognizing the depth of our sin and its ultimate offense against a holy God. The message challenges us to examine our hearts: Are we growing more sensitive to our personal sin? Are we truly taking it to God in confession, or merely complaining? This teaching urges us to embrace the transformative power of confession, reminding us that while we're not perfect, we're being perfected by God's sanctifying grace. It's a call to authenticity in our faith, pushing us beyond surface-level Christianity to a deeper, more genuine relationship with our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.