How to Move On After You Have Sinned

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: When you have done wrong

   Even use Scripture to reinforce that what you did was sin.
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   Step 2: accept it in your heart that you have sinned against God.

   "-1 John 1:9 (NASB) So, confess your sin, i.e. "say the same thing about sin as God does; acknowledge His perspective about sin."
   
   For example, "Lord, I did ________.
   
   I am sorry.
   
   Will you please forgive me?"
   
   Catholics believe that this sacrament cleanses sin from your soul. ,, the places that tempt you to sin.
   
   If you sinned at the beach, maybe avoid the beach, etc.
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   Step 3: Scripture says

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   Step 4: "If we confess our sins

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   Step 5: He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

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   Step 6: through a simple prayer

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   Step 7: say to the Lord you're sorry for what you have done

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   Step 8: and ask for His forgiveness.

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   Step 9: If you are a Catholic

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    Step 10: add to this prayer by receiving the Sacrament of Penance (otherwise known as going to confession).

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    Step 11: If you really meant what you said/thought in your prayer

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    Step 12: take 1 John 1:9 to heart.

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    Step 13: Now avoid what may have triggered you to sin

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