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Can God really forgive me for my past?

Answer:

As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with the weight of their past mistakes and the fear of not being forgiven. But I want to assure you that God's forgiveness is not just a possibility, but a promise. When you confess your sins and failures, God forgives you fully. He has already forgiven you for your past, and that forgiveness is not based on your worthiness, but on the death of Jesus Christ, His Son, who cleanses us from all sin.

I know it's hard to let go of the past and to forgive ourselves, but that's exactly what God wants us to do. He doesn't want us to dwell on our mistakes, but to learn from them and to move forward. As the Bible says, "The blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin" (1 John 1:7). This means that God will forgive all sins, no matter what we've done. It's not about what we know or how we act, but about our faith in Jesus Christ.

So, I want to encourage you to come to God with your past, with all its mistakes and regrets. He's not there to judge you, but to forgive you and to help you grow from your experiences. Remember, God's forgiveness is not just for the past, but for the present and the future as well. He's a God of restoration, and He wants to restore you to Himself and to help you live a life of freedom and joy.

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