CONFESSING SIN

In English, the word confess means 'to acknowledge the truth of an accusation; to own up to the fact that you are guilty'. 

But in New Testament Greek, it is far more … it is agreeing with what the Lord has revealed about your sin and its consequences. 'Confessing' articulates your aversion to it, expresses the shame associated with it, and determines to put it out of your life (known as repentance). 

If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:8-9

To concede that you've sinned is one thing, but another to willingly bring it before the 'throne of grace'. It proves that your faith is in Christ alone. Those who believe they have no need to confess are deceived. They refuse to see themselves as rebellious sinners and thus reject the necessity of a 'Savior'.

He who covers his sins will not prosper, But whoever confesses and forsakes them will have mercy. Proverbs 28:13

In Christianity, there is an initial repentance that takes place when we first lay hold of Jesus Christ by faith. Then we are called to quickly confess our sins and walk in repentance every day thereafter. 

Then I acknowledged my sin to you and did not cover up my iniquity. I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the Lord.” And you forgave the guilt of my sin. Psalm 32:5

When the baseness of sin is made clear to your heart and mind, you will better understand Christ's atoning sacrifice and how far He was willing to go to provide forgiveness. 'Confession' then becomes a treasured expression of your faith. 

Run to Him as does a child to his Father.