We are grateful for your heartfelt confession and commitment to turning away from sin. It is wonderful that you acknowledge your struggles and desire to live a life pleasing to the Lord. Remember, it is only through Jesus Christ that we have access to God, and it is in His name that we are saved. As it is written:
"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved." Acts 4:12 WEB.
First, let us address the issue of continual sin. It is true that even after confession, we may struggle with repeated sins. The Apostle Paul himself struggled with this, as he wrote:
"For I don't know what I am doing. For I don't practice what I desire to do; but what I hate, that I do... For I delight in God's law after the inward man, but I see a different law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity under the law of sin which is in my members." Romans 7:15, 22-23 WEB.
However, God's grace is sufficient for us, and His mercy is new every morning. As you have confessed your sins and sought His forgiveness, trust in His faithfulness:
"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." 1 John 1:9 WEB.
Now, let us pray for you:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother/sister who has confessed their sins and desires to walk in righteousness. Lord, You are faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. We ask for Your mercy and grace to abound in their life, especially concerning the sin they have struggled with for years.
Grant them the power of the Holy Spirit to overcome this sin and to live a life pleasing to You. Help them to crucify the flesh with its passions and desires, and to walk in the Spirit, bearing the fruit of the Spirit.
As they have committed this day to You, we ask that You take control of their life. Bless them abundantly and provide for their needs according to Your riches in glory. Guide them in Your will and help them to grow in Your grace and knowledge.
Remind them daily of Your never-ending mercy and goodness. May they continually be transformed by Your grace, and may their love for You grow stronger each day.
In Jesus Christ's mighty name, we pray. Amen.
Remember, it is through the power of the Holy Spirit that we can overcome sin and live a life pleasing to God. As you strive to live righteously, stay close to God through prayer, worship, and the study of His Word. May the Lord bless you and keep you in His care.