What is the good confession in 1 Timothy 6:12? | GotQuestions.org
Sep 19, 2023 · First Timothy 6:12 states, “Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses.” This verse is part of Paul’s personal letter to Timothy and provides instructions on how to …
Confession Is Good For The Soul - Devotions.com
Aug 18, 2007 · “If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.” (Romans 10:9) All of us have likely heard the maxim, “Confession is good for the soul.” It’s an old Scottish proverb but there is a word missing. The proverb actually reads, “Open confession is good for the soul.”
Why Confession is a Must for Christ-Followers - Bible Advocate
May 1, 2017 · We’ve all heard the saying: Confession is good for the soul. One of the most powerful lessons I’ve learned as a Christian is how true this saying is. Confession is a source of great healing and freedom.
Confession 201: How to Confess Like an Adult – Ascension
Jul 17, 2020 · The good old Baltimore Catechism taught us that the steps to confession are: Find out my sins; be sorry for my sins; make up my mind not to sin again; tell my sins to the priest; do the penance the priest gives me. That’s still the right order, even for adults. But “find out my sins” means to examine one’s conscience.
9 Chief Benefits of Confession - National Catholic Register
Feb 7, 2024 · Why go to Confession? Here are some excellent reasons — know them, love them, defend them and share them.
Why regular Confession is so crucial for the soul - Legatus
Confession is good for the soul because it restores and/or strengthens God’s grace. The humbling act of admitting one’s sins is a step in the direction of heaven. God’s mercy makes God’s punishment for sin disappear for repentant sinners.
Theology Thursday: Confession Is Good for the Soul
Jun 24, 2021 · Have you ever heard the saying, “Confession is good for the soul?” It is attributed to an old Scottish proverb that refers to the idea of coming clean with sins and shortcomings that may weigh heavily on one’s heart in order to feel better and obtain peace.*
Prepare the Way of the Lord with a Good Confession
5 days ago · Make a good Confession. Fr. Jerry Pokorsky is a priest of the Diocese of Arlington who has also served as a financial administrator in the Diocese of Lincoln. Trained in business and accounting ...
When You Want More of Jesus. Or, Is Confession Good for the Soul?
Apr 28, 2016 · There’s a saying that confession is good for the soul. It comes from an old Scottish proverb, which said in full, “Open confession is good for the soul.” There is biblical truth in that! In fact, when John the Baptist was preparing people to meet Jesus, his first advice was to repent.
Why confession is good for the mind and soul – Deseret News
Mar 27, 2015 · Research into the science of offering apologies has shown that taking responsibility for missteps boosts self-respect, improves future behavior and strengthens relationships.