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How can I be forgiven?

Short answer

Forgiveness comes through trusting Jesus — admitting your need, believing his death and resurrection are for you, and turning to follow him.

Deeper answer

You don't have to clean yourself up first. The gospel is that Jesus meets you where you are. Coming to him is the only prerequisite.

From the Bible

  • 1 John 1:9

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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.
  • Acts 3:19

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    Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord.
  • Ephesians 1:7

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    In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God's grace.

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