Reflection 160- The Mercy of Confession
About this episode
This episode reflects on the joy and importance of the Sacrament of Confession and the mercy it brings to the soul.
Reflection 160: The Mercy of Confession Have you discovered the great joy of going to Confession? Some do not consider the Sacrament of Confession to be a great joy. Instead, they see it as a painful and humiliating experience. But perhaps some need the humiliation of an honest confession to help break them out of their sin. Others, those who sincerely seek the abundant Mercy of God, will take great delight in going to Confession because they see the glorious effect it has upon their soul. Seek to love Confession. Pray that it becomes something that you long for as you anticipate the wonderful fruits of this holy purification (See Diary #817). When is the last time you went to Confession? If it has been a while then this reflection is for you. The Lord is calling you to receive the Mercy He has infused into this glorious Sacrament. By going to Confession and receiving absolution you are encountering Jesus Himself. It is He, hidden within the priest, who absolves you and cleanses your soul. Do you believe this? Do you want this grace for your soul? Reflect upon that which deters you from Confession. It may be inconvenience, or a busy schedule, or fear, or distrust of a particular…
Topics covered
- Confession
- Mercy
- Spirituality
- Christianity
- Sacrament
Keywords
- Confession
- Mercy
- Christianity
- Spiritual growth
- Absolution
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Diary #817
More episodes of Daily Reflections on Divine Mercy
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- Reflection 164- Longing for the Souls of Sinners
- Reflection 163- Glorifying God in Your “Wretchedness”
- Reflection 162- Light Dispels the Darkness
- Reflection 161- The Singular Love Given to You
- Reflection 159- Mercy at the Hour of Your Death
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