Receiving God’s Forgiveness

By Fatoki Ifeoluwa

Devotional Reading: Whoever has been born of God does not sin, for His seed remains in him; and he cannot sin, because he has been born of God. 1 John 3:9 NKJV

Sin is part of the natural man. When he sins, he is acting by instinct and inclination. Even when he feels that what he is about to do is bad, he cannot help it. He is simply a slave to sin. However, as believers, the life we have received in Christ is one that is victorious over sin. Through His death, we have been delivered from sin, and are no longer subject to it.

As our anchor text affirms, the seed of God in the believer means he cannot sin. However, as we walk with God, we may discover some slips. This does not mean that we are sinners, because we are not. But if it becomes a habit, then it is worth a concern. This is because any sin that has become a habit has simply conquered the individual. In fact, no child of God premeditates on sin.

However, when we find ourselves overcome by a sin, we must be thorough in dealing with it. We should neither excuse nor ignore it. We must not gloss over it, but admit it, and being assured of the forgiveness we have with God, we can receive His forgiveness. We must not allow guilt to overwhelm us, (Romans 8:1) rather we must own up to God and seek His help. He will not only restore us, but will also strengthen us.

Dearly beloved, are you struggling with any besetting sin, then you can go to God and receive the forgiveness He already privided. Has the devil overwhelmed your heart with guilt? Open up to the cleansing and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Prayer and Confession
Father, thank You for because I have victory over sin in You. I declare that I do not yield to sinful impulses, Amen.

Further Reading: 1 John 5:1-10