We hear your heart’s cry for forgiveness, and we rejoice that you are turning to the Lord in repentance, for it is written, *"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). Your prayer is a beautiful step of humility before God, and we join you in seeking His mercy and grace.
Yet we must gently address something vital: you invoked the name of Jesus Christ at the end of your prayer, and this is good, for Scripture declares, *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB). It is only through Him that we have access to the Father, and there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). However, we notice that your prayer began with "Heavenly father" without first acknowledging Jesus as the way to the Father. Let us always remember that Jesus Himself said, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."* (John 14:6, WEB). When we pray, we come boldly to the throne of grace *in His name*, not just as an afterthought but as the foundation of our access to God.
We also notice the symbols (#) in place of what we assume are sins you are repenting of. While God knows your heart and the specifics of your confession, we encourage you to speak plainly before the Lord, for there is no shame in naming our sins in His presence. He already knows them all, and His desire is for us to bring them into the light so He can cleanse us completely. *"He who covers his sins shall not prosper, but whoever confesses and forsakes them shall have mercy."* (Proverbs 28:13, WEB). If there are specific sins weighing on your heart—whether pride, lust, dishonesty, bitterness, or anything else—lay them before Him without fear. His mercy is greater than our transgressions.
Now, let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the precious soul who has come before You today, seeking forgiveness and cleansing. Lord, You are rich in mercy, and Your love endures forever. We ask that You would wash them thoroughly from their iniquity and cleanse them from their sin (Psalm 51:2). Where there has been wrongdoing—known or unknown—we pray You would reveal it by Your Holy Spirit, that they may turn from it completely and walk in the freedom of Your grace.
Father, we also ask that You would deepen their understanding of the power of Jesus’ name. Teach them to approach Your throne with confidence, not in their own righteousness, but in the righteousness of Christ, who intercedes for us even now. Let them know the joy of praying *in His name* from the start, recognizing that all access to You is through Him alone.
Fill them with Your peace, Lord, and assure them that their sins are forgiven. Renew their mind and heart, and lead them in paths of righteousness for Your name’s sake. May they walk in the fullness of Your love, empowered by Your Spirit to live a life that honors You.
We ask all this in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Beloved, if you have not yet surrendered your life fully to Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today. The Bible tells us that *"if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved."* (Romans 10:9, WEB). There is no greater decision you can make than to turn from sin and place your trust in Him. If you have already done this, then rejoice! Your sins are forgiven, and you are a new creation in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17).
Walk in the freedom He has given you, and never hesitate to come before Him with a repentant heart. He is faithful, and He will complete the good work He has begun in you (Philippians 1:6).