How to confess: what to say, how to prepare for the sacrament?

Fortunately, the era when it was forbidden to believe in God has ended in our country. Now in the educational institutions do not teach atheism. But, unfortunately, and how believers should behave, they do not teach too. One of the difficult questions for many Christians is confession. If you only know about confession from the films (and, most likely, Western ones), then this material, devoted to how to confess, what to say and how to prepare for the sacrament, will be useful. Of course, more information can be obtained from the church. But even there it is better to go, knowing at least something.

Preparatory stage

Many people who believe in God but know little about church rules are asked questions about how to confess what to say to the priest when one can come to confession and how to prepare for it. In fact, it's not that hard. The main thing is to understand the basic rules for yourself. If something is unclear - it is better to ask questions to the priest.

So, it's worth starting to realize the essence of confession. This is repentance in sins. Therefore, do not go to confession "for a tick". If you understand that you will continue to commit a sin in which you have just allegedly repented - you should not even begin preparing for the sacrament.

The first stage is understanding what you did wrong. None of us is perfect. And, in fact, everyone is guilty of all sins. It is necessary to understand what you want to repent. At the same time, one should realize that you are asking for forgiveness from God, not the priest. And you ask him for help in overcoming sinful motives.

Decide before confessing what to say (and in what order). If your experiences are very strong, you can even write down your thoughts on paper. This is not shameful! On the contrary, it is better, when checking the list, to sincerely tell the priest about his sins. This, by the way, will save time and nerves for you, the clergyman and those who want to confess after you. Do not try to justify yourself. Speak everything as it was! It is not necessary to describe in length what and under what circumstances. They stole it - say so, and do not explain that the ownerless slate on the neighbor's site was very necessary to you. Changed your spouse - and talk about it, and not about the shortcomings of your "half."

How to confess: what to say, and what to keep silent about?

If you have never been in confession, you should not take part in a general confession. You need an individual conversation with the priest. This can be done, for example, on a weekday.

To keep silent about anything is impossible. If you realize that you committed a sin - talk about it. The priest will help you. If he appoints penance, take it. This is not a punishment, but a kind of "medicine" that will help you atone for your sin, do not repeat it again!

Before confession, one must cast aside all shame! Do not try to keep silent about something. Believe me, the priests heard everything. Surprise or shock you can hardly.

Where to confess in Moscow?

In principle, it can be done in any temple where the service is conducted. But it is better, of course, to go to confession wherever the heart calls. Perhaps you immediately felt respect for your father? Or were you baptized in this temple? Follow your inner voice!

Remember, if you are not sure where and how to confess, what to say and in general, whether it is worth doing, it is better not to just try to approach the priest, and saying that you are all sinful, receive absolution. Such an approach is fundamentally wrong! Truly believing people do not do that!

Patience to you and success!