A confession in response to the word of God

Jesus, we remember Your Holy Word:
“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”

Lord, we confess that sin continues to stain the lives we live in this broken world. We fail to love You; we fail to love others with Your love. Our lives do not reflect the grace and glory you planned for us. Please, Lord, have mercy on us and forgive us.

Jesus, we remember Your Holy Word:
“You are already clean because of the word I have spoken to you. Remain in me, and I will remain in you.”

Lord, we have heard Your word; You have made us clean. We give You thanks; we offer You our lives in grateful praise.

Jesus, we remember Your Holy Word:
“Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy --think about such things.”

Lord, too often our lives are cluttered with things that are mere distractions. We fill our lives with the trinkets and toys of our world - things that do nothing to further Your kingdom and the glory of Your name. Please, Lord, send Your Holy Spirit to fill and empower us for Your service.

Jesus, we remember Your Holy Word:
“Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me.”

Lord, we praise you for the confident certainty that You, who began a good work in us, will carry it on to completion. Release us now to celebrate Your goodness.