stuff4angel (@stuff4angel)

From Ashes to Assignment, God Still Uses the Broken Failure may change our circumstances, but it does not place a repentant believer beyond God’s grace. First John 1:9 promises that when we confess, God is faithful and just to forgive and cleanse us. Confession tells the truth. Forgiveness addresses our guilt. Cleansing begins renewing our hearts and obedience. Peter denied Jesus three times, yet Jesus restored him and said, “Feed My sheep.” Paul’s past as a persecutor became a testimony of Christ’s patience. Their sin was not called good, but grace had the final word. Restoration does not always return us to the same role. Consequences, boundaries, accountability, and professional help may still be necessary. God’s assignment is larger than a title. The comfort we receive can become comfort for others. Your story can tell someone trapped in shame that hiding is not the only option. In Christ, confession can lead to cleansing, ashes can give way to beauty, and a broken life can become a testimony of mercy. Read the full reflection here: [Substack link] https://ammartinez.substack.com/p/how-does-god-use-confession-forgiveness?r=1smlyb&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true #FromAshesToAssignment #GodUsesBrokenPeople #FirstJohnOneNine #ConfessionAndForgiveness #RestoredByGrace #BeautyForAshes #PeterRestored #TestimonyOfGrace #ChristianAccountability #FreedomFromShame #RenewedCalling #ComfortingOthers Book: I Cannot Give You What I Do Not Have: Finding Unconditional Love in Christ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GQB4MJYW Study Guide: I Cannot Give You What I Do Not Have: Companion Study Guide: Healing Generational Wounds Through 40 Devotions https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H33MHYMY