God speaks today Tuesday | November 12, 2024

Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. (Psalm 32:1)
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (1 John 1:9)
Dr. Roberto Miranda

And forgive us our debts

The Lord's Prayer is a model of prayer that includes a fundamental petition for forgiveness. Confessing our sins to God is essential for our spiritual health and healing. Living a morally neglected life and trying to cover up our sins can have negative consequences. Instead, we should humble ourselves, confess our faults, and trust in God's mercy. Learn to rejoice in God's forgiveness and live in the light of truth and transparency towards God and others. Read more...


Cross Reference

I acknowledge my sin unto thee, and mine iniquity have I not hid. I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the LORD; and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. Selah. (Psalm 32:5)
He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy. (Proverbs 28:13)
Even as David also describeth the blessedness of the man, unto whom God imputeth righteousness without works, (Romans 4:6)
Thou hast forgiven the iniquity of thy people, thou hast covered all their sin. Selah. (Psalm 85:2)

Comments:

Carlos A. Borja Flores: One of the greatest lies that the devil can tell a Christian is that because he has received Jesus into his life, he will never sin. 1 John 1:9-10 should make us reflect on how we should show our new life in Christ. David's example of confessing his sin is a lesson to follow.
Carlos A. Borja Flores makes us reflect on the importance of recognizing our sins and confessing them, despite being Christians. The text of 1 John 1:9-10 reminds us that when we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Just as David declared his sin and received God's forgiveness, we too must follow his example. What a blessing it is to be able to experience God's forgiveness and live in communion with Him!
Enrique Meneses Muñoz : Thank you for forgiving me so many sins, my LORD. Receive my adoration.
Enrique Meneses Muñoz expresses his gratitude for God's forgiveness and offers Him his worship. Recognizing and thanking God for forgiveness is a fundamental part of our relationship with Him. As Psalm 32:1 mentions, "How blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered!" May worship and gratitude continue to be part of our response to the forgiveness and mercy of our Lord. How beautiful it is to receive God's forgiveness and to be able to worship Him in spirit and in truth!
Francisco Diaz S.: Sincerity in our repentance is a fundamental part of being forgiven. -The purpose of amendment, that is; the commitment to God and to our conscience to not return to the path of perdition and embrace divine faith in God and in our Lord Jesus Christ is essential. - We must fulfill the commandments of the law of the Lord.
Francisco Diaz S. highlights the importance of sincerity in our repentance to be forgiven, as well as the commitment to amend our ways and fulfill God's commandments. As mentioned in 1 John 1:9, when we confess our sins and truly repent, God is faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. It is essential to maintain a firm commitment to God and His Word, avoiding returning to the path of perdition and embracing faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. May obedience and surrender to the Lord's commandments be a constant expression of our love and gratitude toward Him!
Manuel Diaz: The best thing that could have happened to us is to have met such a merciful God, who when he called us, knew that we were going to sin many times, but through his word he forgives us and raises us up again. How important is confession because it brings us back to having communion with him.
Manuel Diaz highlights the wonderful mercy of God who forgives and restores us every time we sin. As he mentions in his commentary, the confession of our sins brings us back into fellowship with our heavenly Father. In 1 John 1:9 we are reminded that when we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. What a privilege it is to know such a loving and compassionate God, who forgives and restores us when we come to Him with repentance and sincerity! May confession and fellowship with God continue to be a vital part of our spiritual life.
Ruth Vives.: We must recognize that it is necessary to maintain the Holy Spirit to enter the gates of heaven. That beyond the great sins, there are small faults which also require confession before God to be cleansed and forgiven. God bless you. Amen.
Ruth Vives reminds us of the importance of maintaining an intimate relationship with the Holy Spirit in order to enter into the presence of God. Her commentary highlights that, in addition to great sins, it is also necessary to confess small faults before God in order to be cleansed and forgiven. This reminder leads us to reflect on the need to keep our hearts sensitive to the voice of the Holy Spirit and to be diligent in confessing all our faults before our merciful God. May God’s blessing and grace continue to accompany each one of us on our spiritual journey. Amen!
Sabino Marroquin Lopez: I was a lost sheep, a sinner, I am sorry and I ask God to forgive me for the offenses I committed against my Lord and my family, amen.
Sabino Marroquin Lopez shares his testimony of repentance and humility as he recognizes himself as a lost sheep and a sinner, asking God for forgiveness for the offenses committed against Him and his family. In 1 John 1:9 we are assured that if we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. May Sabino’s sincere confession and repentance be received by the grace and forgiveness of our loving God. May his testimony inspire others to turn to God for forgiveness and restoration! Amen!
Francisco: Bendiciones para todos !
Blessings, Francisco! May the grace and love of God continue to accompany you and guide your steps on your daily journey. May His peace and strength be with you always. God bless you abundantly!