The Seven A’s of Confession

  1. Address everyone involved (Luke 19:8).
  2. Avoid “if”, “and”, and ‘but”.
  3. Admit specifically.
  4. Acknowledge the hurt.  Express sincere sorrow for the way you affected others.
  5. Accept the consequences (Luke 15:19; Luke 19:8)
  6. Alter (change) your behavior (Eph 4:22-32).
  7. Ask for forgiveness and allow time (Gen 50:17).