“Making mistakes is uman” – my friends at school used to write on the chalkboard between classes, leaving out the h on purpose. It’s funny, but true. No matter how perfect we try to be, we simply can’t avoid mistakes. It’s a small reminder of how human we are, and it reminds us just how much we need forgiveness and God’s perfection.

What do you do after you make a mistake?

Depending on the mistake, several things can be done. But one thing is certain, whatever mistake it might have been: take responsibility for what you did as soon as possible.

When I kept silent, my bones grew old, through my groaning all the day long. Psalms 32.3

Overcome pride, fear and embarrassment, and admit your mistake ASAP. You’ll get rid of the dead weight and probably reach forgiveness much easier than if you only acknowledge what you did later on, or worst when someone else finds out.

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