Confession is, without a doubt, the “bath of the soul.” This statement is not just a symbol, but a profound spiritual truth that invites us to reflect on the state of our inner being. It is an act of purification and healing that, like a physical bath after a tiring day or intense activity, cleanses and refreshes our soul, freeing it from the impurities we acquire over time.
Imagine the feeling of being covered in sweat, after playing a soccer game in the middle of summer. Your body is sticky, overflowing with odors and dirt. How would you feel if someone invited you to a meal without you being able to shower first? It is unthinkable to show up in such a state to an important event. Bathing is necessary, not only for your physical well-being, but also for your dignity.
The same goes for the soul. Throughout our lives, we are stained with spiritual impurities: criticism, offenses, resentments, fights, envy, and other behaviors that affect our relationship with others and with God. Sometimes, we even let ourselves be carried away by anger and say things that we should never have said, such as insults that hurt deeply. These are the “stains” of the soul, which we cannot ignore, because they separate us from inner peace and harmony.
Confession offers us the opportunity to cleanse these impurities. Although we sometimes believe that we are “clean” because we fulfill certain external duties, true cleansing only occurs when we confront our internal faults. It is not enough to say that we have not committed serious sins. Christian life demands much more: it calls us to be at peace with God and with our fellow men, to live with a righteous and clean heart.
Remember that God does not deceive us. He knows our deepest thoughts and intentions, and invites us to approach Him with humility, repentance, and sincerity. This is not a simple religious formality, but an act of love and reconciliation with our Creator. Therefore, it is essential that our soul be “clean” before Him.
In this process of purification, confession plays a fundamental role. It is not enough to go to mass or follow superficial rules. It is necessary to “bathe well,” examining our actions and thoughts, sincerely repenting, and seeking to restore our relationship with God.
If you want to be truly clean, do not limit yourself to a quick confession. Go deeper into your soul, review your relationships with others, your behavior in church, and your commitment to prayer. True spiritual cleansing demands that we go beyond the superficial, facing our shadows and accepting God’s mercy.
It is also important to remember that this process should not be occasional. Soul cleansing is something that should be done regularly, whether it be every month, every two months, or whenever our conscience needs it. Don’t be afraid to go deep into your being, for that is where true peace is found.
And, in the end, the goal is to have what the ancient Christians called the “odor Christi,” the “smell of Christ,” which is synonymous with kindness, compassion, and love. May our lives be a reflection of those values, and may we be able to do good at every opportunity that comes our way.
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