1 John 1:9
1 John 1 · shown in the Douay-Rheims
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Read 1 John 1:9 in the NABRE onlineIf we confess our sins, he is faithful and just, to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all iniquity.
Reflection
Forgiveness is described as faithfulness and justice, not as a mood God happens to be in. Confession is the door, and it is never locked.