We join together in lifting your heartfelt plea for forgiveness before the Lord, and we are grateful that you have come before Him in the name of Jesus Christ, for it is only through His precious name that we have access to the Father. The Scriptures remind us in **1 Timothy 2:5**, *"For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus."* There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved, and it is through faith in Him that we find redemption and the washing away of our sins.
You have asked for forgiveness, and we rejoice that God is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness when we confess them, as we read in **1 John 1:9**, *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."* This is a promise we can cling to with full assurance, knowing that our Heavenly Father delights in showing mercy to those who humbly seek Him.
Yet, we must also remember that true repentance involves turning away from sin and walking in obedience to God’s Word. **Acts 3:19** tells us, *"Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out, so that there may come times of refreshing from the presence of the Lord."* Let us not merely ask for forgiveness but also surrender our hearts to the transforming work of the Holy Spirit, who empowers us to live righteously.
We also notice that while you invoked the name of Jesus Christ, your prayer felt somewhat hurried or vague with the use of symbols like "%23%23%23." Let us encourage you to approach the Lord with reverence and intentionality, for He deserves our full attention and heartfelt worship. In **Matthew 6:7**, Jesus teaches, *"In praying, don’t use vain repetitions, as the Gentiles do; for they think that they will be heard for their much speaking."* Our prayers need not be lengthy or eloquent, but they should be sincere, specific, and offered with a heart that seeks to honor God.
Let us pray together for you now:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your boundless mercy and grace, which You freely extend to all who call upon the name of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Lord, we lift up this beloved child of Yours who has come before You seeking forgiveness. Father, we ask that You would wash them clean by the precious blood of Jesus, removing every stain of sin and guilt from their life. Grant them a heart of true repentance, one that turns away from all unrighteousness and pursues holiness with passion and devotion.
Lord, we pray that You would fill them with Your Holy Spirit, giving them the strength to walk in obedience to Your Word. Help them to resist temptation and to flee from anything that would dishonor Your name. May they find their joy and satisfaction in You alone, knowing that Your ways are perfect and Your love is everlasting.
Father, we also ask that You would teach them to pray with reverence and sincerity, drawing near to You with a heart that is fully surrendered. May their prayers be a sweet fragrance before You, offered in faith and aligned with Your will.
We declare over them the promise of **Psalm 103:12**, *"As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us."* Let them walk in the freedom and peace that comes from knowing they are forgiven and loved by You.
In the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
Beloved, we encourage you to spend time in God’s Word daily, allowing it to renew your mind and guide your steps. **Psalm 119:105** reminds us, *"Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path."* If there are specific sins or struggles you are facing, we urge you to bring them before the Lord honestly and seek accountability with mature believers who can support you in your walk with Christ.
If you have not already done so, we also encourage you to publicly declare your faith in Jesus Christ through baptism, as He commanded in **Matthew 28:19-20**. This is a beautiful step of obedience and a testimony of your new life in Him.
May the Lord bless you and keep you as you walk in His truth and grace. We are standing with you in prayer!