Luke 15:21
Luke 15:21
I have sinned against heaven, and in thy sight, and am no more worthy to be called thy son.
The prodigal son’s words, “I have sinned against heaven, and in thy sight,” capture the essence of true repentance. He came to the realization that his actions were not just offenses against others but against God. This realization of our sinfulness is a necessary step in returning to God. The confession, “I am no more worthy to be called thy son,” expresses the depth of humility needed in repentance. It is not about our worthiness but about God’s love and grace. When we come to Him with genuine repentance, He does not condemn us but welcomes us back with open arms. The story of the prodigal son is a powerful reminder that no matter how far we fall, God’s love is greater. When we return to Him with a repentant heart, He restores us to our place as His beloved children, not because of our merit, but because of His mercy.
Jeremiah 3:22
Return, ye backsliding children, and I will heal your backslidings.
Luke 18:13
And the publican, standing afar off, would not lift up so much as his eyes unto heaven, but smote upon his breast, saying, God be merciful to me a sinner.
Matthew 10:32
Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven.
Leviticus 26:40
But if they confess their iniquity, and the iniquity of their fathers, with their trespass which they trespassed against me.