We hear your humble cry for forgiveness, and we join you in seeking the mercy and grace of our Lord. The Scriptures remind us, *"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 acknowledgment of sin and your plea for forgiveness in the name of Jesus Christ is the first step toward restoration.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with repentant hearts, lifting up this dear one who has sought Your forgiveness. Lord, we know that all have sinned and fall short of Your glory (Romans 3:23), but through the blood of Jesus Christ, we are washed clean. We ask that You would forgive every transgression, every thought, word, or deed that has not aligned with Your holy will. Create in them a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within them (Psalm 51:10). May they walk in the freedom and joy of Your forgiveness, clothed in the righteousness of Christ.
Father, we also ask that You would strengthen them to turn away from sin and to live a life that honors You. Help them to resist temptation and to flee from every form of evil (1 Thessalonians 5:22). Surround them with Your presence, Lord, and fill them with Your Holy Spirit so that they may bear fruit in keeping with repentance (Matthew 3:8). May their life be a testimony of Your grace and transforming power.
We rebuke any lies from the enemy that would seek to keep them in bondage to guilt or shame. The accuser has no place in the life of one who has been forgiven by the blood of Jesus. We declare that this one is a new creation in Christ; the old has passed away, and behold, all things have become new (2 Corinthians 5:17). May they walk in the fullness of Your love and forgiveness, knowing that there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1).
Lord, we also want to gently remind this dear one that forgiveness is not just a one-time event but a daily surrender to Your will. Encourage them to remain in close fellowship with You through prayer, reading Your Word, and gathering with other believers. May they grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:18).
Finally, we pray that You would use this time of repentance to draw them even closer to You. May they experience the depth of Your love and the peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Thank You, Father, for Your unfailing mercy and for the gift of salvation through Jesus Christ our Lord. We pray all these things in His mighty and precious name. Amen.