But I’ve really messed up my life! What now?
Well, first: God promises you forgiveness!
If we confess our sins, [God] is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. ~ 1 John 1:9
Second, know that God is able even to use your failures and mistakes for good!
And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. ~ Romans 8:28
And third, the Scriptures are filled with stories like yours, of people who really messed up their lives, and yet God was able to use them for His good. You too! Think of the apostle Paul. He was a pretty bad dude, persecuting the church and imprisoning Christians, and yet God chose him to be a great missionary. That's cool. So how about you?
Dear Jesus, I don’t know why I mess up so much! Thank You for Your forgiveness which never runs out. Amen.
Activity: Listen to the hymn Jesus Sinners Doth Receive and be comforted. (Click here for the words to follow along.)
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