Right standing with God hinges on repentance. Without repentance there is no way for us to receive forgiveness for our sins. But without acknowledging our sin, there is no possibility of repentance.
Some people adamantly reuse to acknowledge wrongdoing. They have done nothing wrong! It is not their fault! They have no need of making any changes.
At times people can take this delusion to ludicrous levels. They may be suffering from multiple broken relationships. Their prayers may be hollow and unanswered. There may be an acute absence of victory and divine power in their life. Nevertheless, these same people loudly proclaim their innocence. They have done nothing wrong! They were well intentioned. They have simply been misunderstood. Factors beyond their control have complicated their lives.
But God awaits their confession. Until people admit their wrongdoing, there can be no forgiveness. And, without divine pardon, we are lost in our sin.
Perhaps if we put as much effort into our repentance as we do into the defense of our behavior, we would experience life-transforming freedom and cleansing.
Are you ready to agree with God about your sin?