Good day everyone, and welcome back to our journey through the book of Proverbs! 😊 Each chapter of Proverbs is filled with timeless wisdom, and today we’re diving into Proverbs 28. My prayer is that as we reflect together, God’s Word will bring encouragement, guidance, and fresh revelation for your daily walk.

“If you cover up your sin you’ll never do well. But if you confess your sins and forsake them, you will be kissed by mercy.” (Proverbs 28:13 TPT)

It is impossible to truly flourish when we attempt to hide our sins. God, in His mercy, doesn’t want us to carry the weight of guilt or shame. Instead, He invites us to come to Him openly, to confess our sins, and to receive His forgiveness.

1 John 1:9 says,

“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (NKJV)

No matter how far we’ve strayed or how heavy the burden feels, God is always waiting with open arms. His love for us is unconditional, but He desires that we don’t remain trapped in sin. True repentance is more than confession—it’s turning away from the old path and choosing a new one. The Greek word for repentance is metanoia—it means a complete change of mind and direction.

Let’s take a moment to look inward. Are there sins or habits we’ve been trying to hide? Let’s bring them before God today. When we do, we are met not with condemnation but with mercy’s kiss. His mercy isn’t distant; it’s tender, personal, and freely given.

Hebrews 4:16 reminds us:

“So now we draw near freely and boldly to where grace is enthroned, to receive mercy’s kiss and discover the grace we urgently need to strengthen us in our time of weakness.” (TPT)

And Isaiah 1:18 echoes the same heart of God:

“Come now, let’s settle this,” says the Lord. “Though your sins are like scarlet, I will make them as white as snow. Though they are red like crimson, I will make them as white as wool.” (NLT)

Jesus is waiting for us with arms wide open today. Let us respond to his invitation and embrace the mercy he offers. His love is unconditional, and his desire is for us to step into new life, leaving behind our sin and experiencing the fullness of his grace. When we choose to confess and forsake our sins, we are met by his compassion and forgiveness—truly, we are kissed by mercy.

Thank you for joining me today! 😊 I’d love to hear how Proverbs 28 spoke to you—share your thoughts or reflections in the comments below so we can continue to grow together in His grace. 💖

✨Here are some reflection questions to ponder on:

Reflection Questions:

1. Are there areas in your life where you’ve been trying to “cover up” rather than confess and forsake?
2. What does “mercy’s kiss” mean to you personally? How have you experienced God’s mercy in your own life?
3. How can you cultivate a heart that’s quick to repent and slow to hide?
4. Is there someone you need to forgive—or seek forgiveness from—so that God’s mercy can flow freely in your heart?