Day 23 "Forgiven, Justified"
Washed Clean
Good Morning Beauties!
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” I John 1:9 NIV
Today we look at two more very important words and actions God accomplished for us. Let’s examine them closely. There is a distinction between forgiveness and justification. It is subtle, but it is crucial for our understanding.
Forgiveness occurs when I go to Jesus and confess my sin. He forgives me. His unconditional love allows Him to forgive me every single time. Not only does Jesus forgive my sin, but He doesn’t remember it.
Justification occurs when God acknowledges the forgiveness Jesus extended and accepts His payment of my debt. The Father looks at me as a forgiven Child of God, just as if I’d never sinned at all.
Take a moment and write down your thoughts about the blessing of forgiveness and justification in your life. Selah.
Sometimes it’s hard to ask for forgiveness, especially if I’ve failed at the same thing again. The enemy has me believe Jesus’ forgiveness will somehow diminish if I ask Him to forgive me for the same sin more than once. What a liar! Jesus is faithful to forgive ALL our sins when we confess them. How do you picture this amazing blessing? Draw a picture or describe what happens when you’ve been forgiven. Selah.
Jesus is faithful to give us a fresh start, a clean slate, each time we ask for His forgiveness. It’s time to be set free from your guilt and shame. What do you need to confess today? What’s the nagging sin you’ve tried to hide? He’s listening, and He’s willing to forgive. Selah.
Christ has provided you this freedom in order to pour into the next generation. How does knowing you’re forgiven and justified free you to be the very best mom, mentor, and friend to those you nurture? Selah.
Be encouraged as you listen to this song. Let it wash over you like a cleansing flood.
Clean - Natalie Grant
Love and Blessings,
Kendra
“But if we are living in the light of God’s presence, just as Christ does, then we have wonderful fellowship and joy with each other, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, cleanses us from every sin.”