Confession and Self-Examination

Self-examination is not about putting shame upon ourselves. It's about opening our heart to what is true. Then through confession we experience His forgiveness.

When do you feel yourself getting angry, defensive, withdrawn, irritated? Ask God to make you aware of what triggers those emotional reactions.

In self-examination ask: Who have I hurt through thoughtlessness, neglect, anger, an uncontrolled tongue, and so on. Write a letter to the people that come to mind. Talk to God and confess your feelings about these people.

Confess your sins by examining the Ten Commandments (Deuteronomy 5). Journal your confession.

Divide your life into 7 or 10 year segments. Journal or write letters about the sins during those years.

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