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In some instances of healing, Jesus did not at once grant the blessing sought. But in the case of leprosy, no sooner was the appeal made than it was granted. When we pray for earthly blessings, the answer to our prayer may be delayed, or God may give us something other than we ask, but not so when we ask for deliverance from sin. It is His will to cleanse us from sin, to make us His children, and to enable us to live a holy life. Christ "gave Himself for our sins, that He might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father." Galatians 1:4. And "this is the confidence that we have in Him, that, if we ask anything according to His will, He heareth us: and if we know that He hear us, whatsoever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we desired of Him." 1 John 5:14, 15. "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." 1 John 1:9.
What, are we blind to this promise to be delivered from what? Sin!! How long does it take to be transformed from sinner to saint? If you listen to those who have not experienced the love of God, they will tell you your righteousness is as filthy rags. That is true if you do not love Jesus with the whole heart. But, if you have given up your selfishness and have surrendered all to God, then He imparts to you His righteousness and you reveal His character. Your heart has been cleansed from all unrighteousness. Now, you can believe the lie, or you can put your trust in God and believe Him when He tells you He has cleansed you from all sin and you can keep His commandments, all of them.
"It is His will to cleanse us from sin, to make us His children, and to enable us to live a holy life." Today, not ten years from now. Ask your pastor why he does not preach this, if he does not. If you get other than the truth, then do not sit at the feet of one who does not understand the foundation of our faith. Study for yourselves that you might be approved of by God who is your best Teacher.