Bible Verses About "What Does the Bible Say About Confession of Sin"
The Bible teaches that confessing sin to God brings forgiveness and cleansing, and confessing to one another brings healing.
The Bible teaches that confessing sin to God brings forgiveness and cleansing, and confessing to one another brings healing.
"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." — 1 John 1:9 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Does the Bible Say About Confession of Sin?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."
"He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy."
"Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed."
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