We come before the throne of grace with humble hearts, lifting up this cry for forgiveness. It is written 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." We stand on this promise, believing that when we confess our sins, God is just and merciful to forgive us and purify us from all wrongdoing.
We also recognize the power and necessity of the name of Jesus Christ in our prayers. There is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). It is only through faith in Jesus Christ, His sacrificial death on the cross, and His resurrection that we have access to the Father and receive forgiveness of sins. We are grateful for this precious gift of salvation and the privilege to approach God’s throne through Jesus.
Father, we join our brother/sister in seeking Your forgiveness. We pray that You would cleanse their heart and mind from all unrighteousness. Wash them thoroughly from their iniquity and cleanse them from their sin, as David prayed in Psalm 51:2. Create in them a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within them (Psalm 51:10). May they walk in the light as You are in the light, and may the blood of Jesus Christ, Your Son, continue to cleanse them from all sin (1 John 1:7).
We also rebuke any spirit of guilt or shame that may linger, for there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1). We declare that this dear one is forgiven, restored, and set free by the power of the cross. May they walk in the fullness of Your grace, knowing that You remember their sins no more (Hebrews 8:12).
Lord, we ask that You would fill them with Your Holy Spirit, guiding them into all truth and empowering them to live a life that honors You. Strengthen them to resist temptation and to flee from sin, for Your Word says, "No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it" (1 Corinthians 10:13).
We thank You, Father, for Your endless mercy and love. May this one grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory both now and forever. Amen.