Can I confess mortal sin to God?

We must confess mortal sins to a priest in the Sacrament of Reconciliation in order to receive God's forgiveness of mortal sin. Baptism also cleanses us of mortal sin, if we have any (i.e. persons baptized as adults). For sin to be "mortal" there are some conditions it must meet. It must be serious in nature (grave).

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Should I confess mortal sin?

Catholics should come to confession as soon as possible after they've committed a mortal sin. If they're seeking to grow in holiness, the regular practice of confession at least once a month is commended.

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Can Catholics confess their sins to God?

Catholics do not tell their sins to a priest “instead of to God”, but to God through a priest, appointed by our Lord as an alter Christus, or “other Christ”, an official stand-in for Christ.

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Is it forgiven if I forgot to confess a mortal sin?

Answer: So long as you intended to confess all your mortal sins and otherwise make a good confession, then the sacrament was valid, and you were forgiven all your mortal sins. The fact that afterward you remembered another one does not mean that you are in a state of mortal sin.

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What mortal sins Cannot be forgiven?

The unpardonable sin is blasphemy against the Holy Spirit. Blasphemy includes ridicule and attributing the works of the Holy Spirit to the devil.

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Does God Forgive Sins If I Forget to Confess? w/ Fr. Mark Goring

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Does God forgive a mortal sin?

This type of sin is distinguished from a venial sin in that the latter simply leads to a weakening of a person's relationship with God. Despite its gravity, a person can repent of having committed a mortal sin. Such repentance is the primary requisite for forgiveness and absolution.

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What are the 3 unforgivable sins?

I believe that God can forgive all sins provided the sinner is truly contrite and has repented for his or her offenses. Here's my list of unforgivable sins: ÇMurder, torture and abuse of any human being, but particularly the murder, torture and abuse of children and animals.

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What mortal sins must be confessed?

They are pride, avarice, envy, wrath, lust, gluttony, and sloth (acedia). Note from the author: For those of you who do not understand why these particular sins are of grave matter, I would suggest that you refer to the Summa Theologiae of St. Thomas Aquinas.

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How do I know if I committed mortal sin?

Just as there are three ingredients in evaluating a moral action (the object, intention, and circumstances), so there are three ingredients in a mortal sin: (1) “grave matter,” (2) “full knowledge,” and (3) “deliberate consent.” And the Catechism is clear that all “three conditions must together be met” (1857).

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Can you confess mortal sin without a priest?

It is very clear: If you cannot find a priest to confess to, speak directly with God, your father, and tell him the truth. Say, 'Lord, I did this, this, this. Forgive me,' and ask for pardon with all your heart.”

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Is it a mortal sin not to go to confession once a year?

The Catechism of the Catholic Church states that one must confess serious sins at least once a year (CCC 1457). One can commit a serious sin without it being a mortal sin.

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Does God forgive every sin Catholic?

The Catholic Church teaches explicitly that there is no sin, no matter how serious, that cannot be forgiven (Catechism of the Catholic Church). To imply otherwise is a challenge to God's omnipotence. God's mercy is more powerful than any human ability to do evil.

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Can Catholics pray directly to God for forgiveness?

It is appropriate and necessary to repent directly to God for one's sins. In fact, when Catholics participate in this sacrament they are primarily expressing their repentance and sorrow for sin to God, and seeking to be reconciled to Him.

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What not to do after mortal sin?

There is, however, one common temptation that comes with committing mortal sin, and that's to repeat the sin just because you have to go to confession anyway. This is exactly what we SHOULDN'T do after mortal sin.

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How serious is a mortal sin?

A mortal sin is defined as a grave action that is committed in full knowledge of its gravity and with the full consent of the sinner's will. Such a sin cuts the sinner off from God's sanctifying grace until it is repented, usually in confession with a priest.

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Is it a mortal sin to miss Mass?

It is still considered a mortal sin to miss Mass on a day of obligation without a good reason. The church has always believed that this obligation stems from the Ten Commandments given to Moses, one of which was to “Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy.”

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What happens if you receive Communion in mortal sin?

Does he who knowingly receives Holy Communion in mortal sin receive the body and blood of Christ and His graces? He who knowingly receives Holy Communion in mortal sin receives the body and blood of Christ, but he does not receive His graces and commits a grave sin of sacrilege.

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What is the unforgivable sin in the Catholic Church?

The unpardonable sin refers to Jesus' words in the Gospel of Matthew: “Therefore, I say to you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven people, but blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven.

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What are the worst mortal sins?

Pride (superbia), also known as hubris (from Ancient Greek ὕβρις) or futility. It is considered the original and worst of the seven deadly sins on almost every list, the most demonic. It is also thought to be the source of the other capital sins. Pride is the opposite of humility.

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Is it a mortal sin to waste time?

Yet sloth is a sin against God, and not against the time clock or productivity. The fact is that it's possible to work too much, in a way that's not in keeping with our dignity and ultimate good.

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What sins can only the Pope forgive?

"Desecration of our most Holy Eucharist. Secondly, if anyone attempted to bring violence to our Holy Father in any way, shape, or form." Two others have to do with his fellow priests, breaking the seal of confession, and offering absolution to a sexual partner.

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How do I say sorry to God?

  1. Forgive All My Sins. Lord Jesus, You opened the eyes of the blind, ...
  2. Mercy. Lord Jesus, Son of God, Have mercy on me, ...
  3. Friend of Sinners. Lord Jesus, ...
  4. Luke 15:18; 18:13. Father, I have sinner against you. ...
  5. Psalm 50:4-5. Wash me from my guilt. ...
  6. Forgiveness. Jesus, I believe you love me. ...
  7. Penance. My God, ...
  8. Lamb of God. Lord Jesus Christ,

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Does God forgive adultery?

Jesus forgives all sin

The Bible teaches that the blood Jesus' shed on the cross covers all sin, including infidelity. “… the blood of Jesus, God's Son, purifies us from all sin” (1 John 1:7). This means that any sin we commit, including infidelity, can be forgiven when we come to Jesus with a repentant heart.

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How many times will God forgive me?

Matthew 18: 21-22 21 Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?” 22 Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.

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