2 Corinthians 7

I wrestle with the tests and temptations of the outside world, Lord. I sometimes seem to slide back towards the flesh and it’s filth, but, hallelujah, these moments quickly lead me to godly sorrow and repentance. So, I regret the weakness, but I rejoice in the quick repentance and sensitive recognition of the temptation.

Godly sorrow produces a determination not to become enslaved again to sin. It produces a sincere humility and a realization of the potential for hypocrisy in my fleshy mind, and therefore, I become stronger in my determination to draw close to you, Father, and to be led in every decision by you, Holy Spirit.

Therefore, I am filled with comfort even in these temptations because I see you working in me to convict me of my human weaknesses, and I see my total dependence on your presence in me.

But also, in that dependence, I am guaranteed forgiveness and victory over sin. You, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, are faithful and sovereign to cleanse me from all filthiness of the flesh and to perfect me in holiness and in the fear of you. Thank you.