Having come to church for the first time for repentance, you may get excited - and then it will be very difficult to correctly formulate your thoughts, you may forget what you wanted to say in confession. How, being near the priest, calmly remember your sins and correctly confess?
Instruction manual
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It’s easy to list your sins in private with yourself. But in order to open them in the presence of an outsider, considerable effort is required. Try at home to set yourself up to overcome shame. Imagine that you are going to see a doctor and expect immediate healing from him. The priest has hundreds of people who are not afraid to reveal secrets of his heart. If they find understanding with him, then you will also be heard and justified.
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Previously, you should remember and try to realize your misconduct. Often pride and public opinion do not allow to admit as sin what in essence it is. Therefore, you should first talk with your conscience, understand what is especially tormenting and depriving you of peace. Sincerely forgive your loved ones who offend you. This is a necessary step for a believer.
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Usually a priest cannot devote much time to each confessor. Do not be offended by him. In order not to delay the queue, it is better to write in advance on paper what you consider to be sins. Remember all your bad thoughts, feelings, deeds and then, in the process of the sacrament, not be distracted by the search for the right words. If something continues to put pressure on you, if you feel that you could not say everything - do not be afraid to ask the priest not to rush you.
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In confession you need to talk only about yourself. Do not try to discuss with the priests a difficult situation for you and look for those responsible. You should not make excuses in your actions. The priest cannot return you peace with former friends, lost property, or recognition by your superior. But he is able to give you peace of mind and joy.
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Most importantly, always remember and hope that there are no unforgivable sins, only unrepentant ones. Having passed the sacrament of confession with due diligence, you look at your life with a new, repentant look, analyzing deeds and thoughts, you will certainly get the desired relief,
