Here’s a congregational act of confession based on verses from Romans 6 and 7 . Feel free to adapt it to suit your circumstances.
Call to Confession
(based Romans 6 :1 2 -1 3
Sisters and brothers, let’s not let sin control the way we live.
Let’s not give in to sinful desires.
Rather, let’s offer ourselves to God,
who through his mercy has brought us from death to life.
(based on Romans 7 :1 4 -2 7
— Time of silent reflection —
God, we confess that we have sinned in your sight.
Despite our best efforts and intentions,
we have failed to consistently live in ways
that bring honour to your name.
Forgive us.
Through the grace of Jesus Christ
and the power of the Holy Spirit,
set us free from the grip of sin—
from attitudes and actions that do not lead to life.
Words of Assurance
(based on Romans 6 :1 6 1 7 2 2 -2 3
Once we were slaves to sin,
living lives that led only to death.
But thanks be to God!
In his mercy, he has set us free from the power of sin and death,
and has offered us forgiveness and eternal life
through Jesus Christ our Lord!
Now you are free to choose life,
and to use your life to bring honour and glory to God!
Thanks be to God!
