Holy and gracious God, I confess that I have sinned against you. Some of my sin I know – thoughts, words, and deeds I am ashamed of – but some only You know. In the name of Jesus Christ, I ask Your forgiveness. Have mercy on me, and bring me to everlasting life.

The words of the gospel for those who repent and believe:

If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (I John 1:8-9)