Prayer Of Repentance For The Sin Of Lashon Hara
Avinu Malkeinu,
My Heavenly Father,
I come before You in brokenness and humility, acknowledging my sin and my need for Your mercy and forgiveness. I confess that I have committed the grievous sin of Lashon Hara, the sin of speaking ill of others, of gossiping, of spreading negative words that have hurt others and damaged relationships. I recognize that the words I have spoken have not only wounded those around me but have also dishonored You, for You have called me to be a vessel of truth, peace, and love, not a source of division and harm.
Lord, I know that You hate lies and deceit. In Proverbs 6:16-19, Your Word says, "There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to Him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are quick to rush into evil, a false witness who pours out lies and a person who stirs up conflict in the community." I have allowed my words to fall into the category of a "false witness" and have stirred up conflict with the things I have said. I have allowed my tongue to be used for evil instead of good, and I am deeply sorry for this sin.
Father, I repent for every time I have gossiped, slandered, or spread false or harmful information about another person. I know that You have warned us repeatedly in Your Word about the destructive power of the tongue. In Psalm 34:13, it says, "Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from telling lies." I have failed to do this, and I confess that my words have often been destructive rather than constructive. I have used my speech to hurt others, to speak ill of them, and to tear down rather than build up. Lord, I am deeply convicted of the harm my words have caused, and I ask for Your forgiveness.
Yeshua, I come before You, asking for Your precious blood to cleanse me from the stain of this sin. You, the spotless Lamb, gave Your life for me to redeem me from my sins. Your blood washes away all my iniquities, and I ask that You would apply Your cleansing blood to my life, especially to my tongue and my speech. In Isaiah 53:5, it says, "But He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on Him, and by His wounds we are healed." I believe that Your sacrifice has the power to heal and restore me, even in the area of my speech, which has been a source of sin. Wash me clean, Yeshua, and help me to speak words that bring life, not death.
Lord, I also ask for Your forgiveness for the times I have failed to take responsibility for my words. In Leviticus 19:16, You command us, "Do not go about spreading slander among your people." I confess that I have not always been mindful of the weight of my words, nor have I always made the effort to speak the truth with love. I have failed to control my tongue, and I have spoken carelessly, without regard for the consequences. I ask that You would forgive me for the harm I have caused by spreading rumors, falsehoods, or malicious gossip.
Father, I know that You desire for me to be a person of integrity, and that my words should reflect the truth of who You are. In Proverbs 12:18, it says, "The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing." I confess that I have been reckless with my words. I have used them to wound, to divide, and to hurt, instead of using them to bring healing, peace, and reconciliation. I repent for allowing my tongue to be a weapon of destruction rather than a tool of healing.
Yeshua, You are the Word made flesh. You spoke words of life and truth, and You never used Your speech to tear others down. Your words were always gracious and filled with compassion. I ask that You would transform my heart, so that my words may reflect Your character. In Matthew 12:34, You said, "For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of." Lord, I know that my words reveal the state of my heart, and I ask You to purify my heart. Remove from me any bitterness, anger, or pride that has caused me to speak words that hurt others. Fill my heart with Your love, Your kindness, and Your compassion, so that my words may reflect Your heart and bring honor to Your name.
Father, I ask for Your forgiveness for every time I have spoken out of pride, judgment, or selfishness. I have allowed my own desires, insecurities, and frustrations to guide my speech, and I have not spoken as a servant of the Most High God. In James 1:26, Your Word warns, "Those who consider themselves religious and yet do not keep a tight rein on their tongues deceive themselves, and their religion is worthless." I repent for allowing my religion to be tainted by uncontrolled speech. Help me, Lord, to control my tongue and to speak with wisdom, truth, and love.
Yeshua, I know that You have called me to be a witness of Your light in this world. In Matthew 5:16, You said, "Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." I repent for the times that my speech has not reflected Your light, but instead has reflected the darkness of my own heart. I ask for Your forgiveness, and I pray that You would help me to let my light shine through my words, so that others may see Your goodness and glorify You.
Father, I also ask for Your healing in my relationships. I know that my words have caused pain and division, and I ask for Your help in restoring the relationships I have damaged. In Matthew 5:23-24, You said, "Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift." Lord, I repent for the times I have allowed unhealed wounds to fester because of my words. I ask for Your help in seeking reconciliation, in speaking words of healing, and in restoring the bonds of peace with those I have hurt.
I thank You, Lord, for Your endless mercy and for Your willingness to forgive me. I trust that You have cleansed me from this sin, and I ask that You would help me to guard my tongue in the future. I pray that Your Holy Spirit would guide me in every conversation, that my words would bring life, hope, and healing, and that I would use my speech to build others up, not tear them down.
In the powerful name of Yeshua,
Amen.
