Reading of the Law of God
As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of
your former ignorance, but as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in
all your conduct, since it is written, “You shall be holy, for I am holy.” 1
Peter 1.14-16
Confession of Sin
Our Father, being holy is simply not the priority for us that
it should be. We are too comfortable with our sin. In this we greatly offend
You. We recognize that this is no small matter. It is worthy of Your just
penalty. But we would be bold to ask for forgiveness. We ask this so that we
might pursue the holiness that You expect of us. Grant us our requests for
Jesus’ sake. Amen.
Declaration of Pardon
Blessed is the one whose transgression is forgiven, whose
sin is covered. Blessed is the man
against whom the LORD counts no iniquity, and in whose spirit there is no deceit. I
acknowledged my sin to you, and I did
not cover my iniquity; I said, “I will
confess my transgressions to the LORD,” and you forgave the iniquity of my sin.
Psalm 32.1-2,5