When you come to church for the first time to repent, you may get agitated - and then it will be very difficult to correctly formulate your thoughts, you may forget what you wanted to say in confession. How, being around the priest, can you calmly remember your sins and confess correctly?
Instructions
Step 1
It is not difficult to list your sins alone with yourself. But in order to open them in the presence of a stranger, it takes a lot of effort. Try to set yourself up to overcome shame while still at home. Imagine going to your doctor's appointment and expecting immediate healing from him. A priest has hundreds of people who are not afraid to reveal their heart's secrets to him. If they find understanding with him, then you will also be listened to and justified.
Step 2
Previously, you should remember and try to realize your wrongdoings. Often, pride and public opinion do not allow to recognize as a sin what in essence it is. Therefore, first you should talk with your conscience, understand what especially torments and deprives you of peace. Sincerely forgive your loved ones who offend you. This is a necessary step for a believer.
Step 3
Usually a priest cannot devote much time to each confessor. Don't be offended by him. In order not to delay the queue, it is better to write down in advance on paper what you consider to be sins. Remember all your bad thoughts, feelings, deeds and then, in the process of the sacrament, not be distracted by the search for the right words. If something continues to put pressure on you, if you feel that you could not express everything, do not be afraid to ask the priest not to rush you.
Step 4
In confession, you only need to talk about yourself. Do not try to discuss a difficult situation with the priests and look for the guilty ones. You should not make excuses in your actions. A priest cannot give you back your peace with your former friends, lost property, or your boss's recognition of your merits. But he can give you peace of mind and joy.
Step 5
Most importantly, always remember and hope that there are no unforgivable sins, there are only unrepentant ones. Having passed the sacrament of confession with due diligence, you will look at your life with a new, repentant look, having analyzed your deeds and thoughts, you will certainly receive the desired relief,
