1 John 1:1-2:2

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“Daring to be REAL with God”

1 John 1:1-2:2 July 21, 2019 Welcome Visitor Date: ________________ Name(s): _________________________________________ _________________________________________ Phone:___________________________________ Email:___________________________________ Please circle all that apply: Visitor for the first time New in the Community Would like to know more about the Church Would like a visit from the Pastor

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“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. If we claim we have not sinned, we make him out to be a liar and his word has no place in our lives.” – 1 John 1:9-10

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Confessing the ________________ (I.e., anger, pride, self-righteousness, unforgiveness/gossip, lust) in our lives and hearts is a vital part of our relationship with God.

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Some challenging questions Think back to a time when you dared to be real with another human being, to share your innermost thoughts and desires (even the bad ones). How scary was it at first? Assuming they took it well, and did not walk away from you (and God never will), how did it change the relationship, and was it harder or easier the next time you did so? Why should it be any different with God?