Table of Contents
- 1 When we are sorry for our sin and promise not to sin again?
- 2 What sins Cannot be forgiven in confession?
- 3 How do I stop sinning?
- 4 What sins should be confessed?
- 5 What happens if you never confess?
- 6 How can I go to heaven?
- 7 Do you have to go to confession if you are not sorry?
- 8 What happens if I repent my sins and then sin again?
When we are sorry for our sin and promise not to sin again?
Chapter 16 Reconciliation
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Confession | we name our sins and tell or confess to a priest |
| Penance | an action to show that we are sorry and that we will try not to sin again |
| Absolution | we experience God’s forgiveness and are reconciled with him and the Church; our sins are forgiven or absolved in the name of Christ. |
What sins Cannot be forgiven in confession?
New Testament passages And so I tell you, any sin and blasphemy can be forgiven. But blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven. Anyone who speaks a word against the Son of Man will be forgiven, but anyone who speaks against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven, either in this age or in the age to come.”
How do you really be sorry for your sins?
Asking God to forgive your sins is an important process. It is important that you admit what you did wrong and truly feel sorry that you did it. You must come to God, pray using scripture, and ask Him to forgive you. Then you must believe that he has.
Can you be forgiven for sins you don’t remember?
L.D.: You are right up to a point; we must be forgiven and cleansed of all our sins before we can go to heaven. But how is it possible for us to have our sins forgiven — even the ones we don’t remember? It is only possible if God makes it possible — and that’s exactly what He has done!
How do I stop sinning?
Quote scripture, demand what you want to leave you, and use “In Jesus’ Name” or “By the Blood of Christ Jesus.” Say these words with conviction! Let your thoughts be of God. Be forgiving and have strong faith in God, the father. For he who sins shall not go unpunished, but he who asks for forgiveness will be forgiven.
What sins should be confessed?
All mortal sins must be confessed, while confession of venial sins also is recommended but not required. The priest may emphasize repentance and offer counsel, and always proposes a penance which the penitent accepts and then recites an act of contrition. The priest imparts absolution.
Can God forgive all sins?
In the Book of Matthew (12: 31-32), we read, “Therefore I say to you, any sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven men, but blasphemy against the Spirit shall not be forgiven. I believe that God can forgive all sins provided the sinner is truly contrite and has repented for his or her offenses.
Why can’t I forget my sins?
Why can’t I forget my sins? Jesus Christ’s Atonement makes forgiveness possible if we repent. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles has taught: “God did not promise that we would not remember our sins. Remembering will help us avoid making the same mistakes again.
What happens if you never confess?
Explanation: CONFESSION IS A RITUAL OF ROMAN CATHOLIC RELIGION, WHICH A PERSON SAYS HIS / HER SINS TO THE PRIEST. IT HELPS THE PEOPLE TO GET RID OF THE SINS HE DID. IF ONE PERSON DOES NOT CONFESS , HIS/HER SINS MAKE THEM TO PROBLEMS .
How can I go to heaven?
You might think that all you have to do is be a good person, go to church, or help others. However, the Bible teaches that the only way to get to heaven is by becoming a Christian, which you do by accepting Jesus as your Savior.
Do you have to promise never to sin again?
Never sinning again in the future is not a condition of receiving God’s forgiveness now. Nor is the penitent required to promise never to sin again, as this would be unrealistic. What is required is the resolution to not sin again. This means that, at least in that moment of repentance, you don’t want to sin any more.
Do you have to feel sorry for your sins?
We must be sorry for our sins if we are to have them forgiven. But please note well precisely what has been said: we must be sorry; not, we must feel sorry. These are two vastly different acts. Feeling sorry is in the emotions, in the feelings.
Do you have to go to confession if you are not sorry?
What is required is the resolution to not sin again. This means that, at least in that moment of repentance, you don’t want to sin any more. One can have the desire to not sin, even while knowing the chance of sinning again is real.
What happens if I repent my sins and then sin again?
If we repent of our sins (like the Bible says we’re supposed to do), does this mean that if we ever commit another sin, we’ll lose our salvation? I worry about this. One of the devil’s oldest tricks is to make us believe that God will turn against us and take away our salvation if we ever commit another sin.