“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:9 KJV)

This is a wonderful promise: God will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness! Just think of what that means! In the eyes of God, you will be completely righteous, clean, and perfect. That’s incredible! However, this promise does come with a condition: you must confess your sins to God in order to receive it.

Therefore

“He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy.” (Prov. 28:13)

“Then I acknowledged my sin to You and did not hide my iniquity. I said, "I will confess my transgressions to the LORD," and You forgave the guilt of my sin.” (Psalm 32:5)