I know as a child that I confessed by listing all my little offenses and trying to get off with a prayer. But as a man, when I came forward I was in fear of being in complete isolation from all that is pure, holy and good. I knew that I had sinned and even now don't know if I have adequately atoned for all the bad things I've done/thought/failed to do.
Believe me that I'm afraid and awake every morning with a thanks to the Lord for granting me another day to honor him and in the evening I tote up the daily gifts he's given me from a sunset to a smile from my wife and thank him. I don't know what is the "right way" to live and I'm no biblical scholar so I won't bother arguing about whose path is "correct" or "wrong". I concern myself with my mess and try to help my family find their way as well.
Thanks again for the response and I'm copying it for further reflection
Your friend in Christ
I thought you might be touched by this article. I have been on several retreats with Mike and have found him to be a wonderful man of faith. He is ever ready to extend a hand to help and has a long list of brothers and sisters in the Lord that he remembers in his prayers.He has several more articles you might want to check out at