Conviction of our sinfulness stirs our conscience and brings us into the awkward reality of just how unethical, immoral, and wicked we are. And as that uncomfortable view of our shortcomings sink in, there is sorrow. Either sorrow for making foolish mistakes and being caught, or deep contrition for sinning against God. For if we say, “I have sinned Lord.” and mean it, repentance follows…which is the prerequisite and necessary condition for Salvation. What comes next is God’s forgiveness, for I John 1:9 tells us, “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”