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
Come now, let us reason together, says the Lord: though your
sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like
crimson, they shall become like wool. Isaiah 1.18
May the Father of all mercies cleanse us from our sins, and
restore us in his image to the praise and glory of his name, through Jesus
Christ our Lord.
Book of Common Prayer
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