What does the Bible say about making mistakes?
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The Bible teaches that all people stumble and sin, yet God graciously calls His people to confess, repent, and rise again through faith in Christ. Romans 3:23 and James 3:2 humble us by showing that no one is without fault, while Proverbs 28:13 promises mercy to those who forsake their sins rather than hide them. Proverbs 24:16 assures believers that though the righteous fall, they are not abandoned. The Lord upholds His children, as Psalms 37:24 and Isaiah 41:10 declare, and invites them to cast their anxieties on Him in 1 Peter 5:6-7. Mistakes do not excuse sin, but God uses repentance and His unchanging Word to restore and sanctify His people.
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- Isaiah 41:10
Don't you be afraid, for I am with you; don't be dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you; yes, I will help you; yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.
- Psalms 37:24
Though he stumble, he shall not fall, For Yahweh holds him up with his hand.
- Proverbs 28:13
He who conceals his sins doesn't prosper, But whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.
- James 3:2
For in many things we all stumble. If anyone doesn't stumble in word, the same is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body also.
- Romans 3:23
for all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God;
- Ephesians 5:8
For you were once darkness, but are now light in the Lord. Walk as children of light,
- 1 Peter 5:6-7
[6] Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time; [7] casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.
- Proverbs 24:16
For a righteous man falls seven times, and rises up again; But the wicked are overthrown by calamity.
- Isaiah 40:8
The grass withers, the flower fades; but the word of our God shall stand forever.
- Matthew 5:38-39
[38] "You have heard that it was said, 'An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth.' [39] But I tell you, don't resist him who is evil; but whoever strikes you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also.
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