God will reject anyone who does not confess their own transgression to receive forgiveness. Being Holiness of holiness, He cannot have that person by His side. Every sinner who covers their error will be destroyed by the Lord, who is a Consuming Fire (Hebrews 12:29). Therefore, whenever you act outside of the Word, admit your wrongdoing and then ask the Father for forgiveness (1 John 1:9). So, believe that you have been forgiven and, thus, you will live.

If we walk in the light, as God is in the light, we will never be rejected by Him. However, if we begin to walk in darkness, the Lord cannot bear us (1 John 1:5-10). The Scriptures declare: He who covers his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and forsakes them will have mercy (Proverbs 28.13). In the Most-High, we will never be defeated. Therefore, take advantage of this promise and be prosperous!

The saved must remain vigilant to avoid falling into temptation, for the devil will provoke them in every way, knowing that many will succumb to his attacks (1 Corinthians 10:12). Instead of using their faith in Jesus to reject evil, some people wish for their wrongdoings to be considered right. For this reason, they are inconsistent in their Christian walk. However, the adversary will flee from those who refuse his suggestions (James 4:7)!

Those who say they live in Christ, but are actually in sin, when they realize what has happened to them, will see that they are in the hands of the evil one. Why should the saved never sin? Because they were purified in the blood of Jesus. If they transgress, they will be separated from God again, and the return will be difficult, as they will be scattered among those who are of the world. Many need to repent!

Some people were once stars in the hands of the Lord, living above problems and mistakes, but since they began to examine the enemy's suggestions, they have become like the lost. As they smell like "rotten flesh," even their friends have turned their backs on them. Does it cost to declare to God that you have sinned to be forgiven? No! If you want to return to communion with the Heavenly Father, you will be received promptly by Him (John 6:37)!

You ask if the Most High is insulted with your behavior? Did you walk with Him for a time and then succumb to temptation, disappointing Him? Well, He is your Friend, so run back and acknowledge your faults. The Most High will give you a new opportunity. Whoever loves the Savior will never be disappointed with Him. The powerful hand of God will always be extended to recover you.

The psalmist's prayer asked God to turn toward him and his. This is what you and the other brothers who were swayed by the adversary's pandering should do, for living under the enemy's order is degrading. The Heavenly Father wants to do you good, granting you complete forgiveness. Open your heart to the Lord now!

         In Christ, with love,

         R. R. Soares