Unconfessed sin or a refusal to repent can make you feel distant from God, blocked from His love, or even unworthy to approach Him. You might think, “Why bother CHEWing if I’m not ready to change?” or “God must be angry with me.” If you feel stuck here, you’re not alone. God’s love is persistent, unwavering, and always invites you back—no matter how far you’ve wandered.
Here’s how to take honest, courageous steps toward freedom and reconnection, even when you feel stuck in sin or resistance.
1. Start With Honest Acknowledgment
- Name it: Say, “God, I know there’s sin in my life I haven’t confessed,” or “God, I’m holding onto something and I don’t want to let go.”
- Remember: God already knows your heart. He isn’t surprised, and He invites you to come as you are—not as you wish you were.
2. Take One CHEW Step—Start Where You Are
You don’t have to do the whole CHEW process at once. Start with one step, knowing you can choose to move forward. If you find yourself hesitating, ask yourself directly:
“Is something like pride, fear, or even stubbornness holding me back right now?”
These are real struggles for all of us—not signs of inability, but moments to let God work deeper.
- Confess: “God, I’m holding onto sin. I’m struggling to let go, and I admit there may be pride, rebellion, or fear in my heart. Please help me want what You want.”
- Hear: Remember a truth, like “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us” (1 John 1:9), or “God’s kindness leads you toward repentance” (Romans 2:4).
- Exchange: Ask, “If I really believed God’s forgiveness is available and His love is bigger than my sin, how would that change my willingness to be honest or repent—even if I’m afraid?”
- Walk: Pray, “God, help me take the next right step, even if it’s difficult.”
Taking a single honest step breaks the power of pride and opens the door to freedom.
3. Face the Fear and the Cost
If you’re aware of your sin but afraid to confess or repent because of consequences, remember:
- Acknowledge your fear: “God, I’m afraid of what will happen if I confess or change.”
- Bring your fear to God: Ask Him to show you that He is greater than your fear and that His strength can carry you through any consequence.
- Pray for courage: “God, give me courage to do what’s right, trusting that Your love and presence are greater than anything I fear.”
4. Remember the Gospel and Trust God with the Results
When we refuse to repent, we’re forgetting the Gospel and not trusting God with the outcomes of our obedience.
- Remember: Jesus already paid for your sin. God’s grace is bigger than your rebellion, and His love is not based on your performance.
- Obedience is an act of faith: You don’t have to control the results—God does. Your part is to trust Him enough to obey, even when it’s costly or scary.
- Gospel-based prayers and verses:
- “Jesus, You died for this sin. Your grace is greater than my failure.”
- “Where sin increased, grace abounded all the more.” (Romans 5:20)
- “If God is for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31)
- “God, I trust You with what happens when I obey.”
Let these truths anchor you in the reality of God’s grace and sovereignty. Remember, repentance is ultimately about faith—trusting that God’s way is better and that He is in control of the results.
5. CHEW With Someone Else
You don’t have to face sin or resistance alone. Invite a trusted Christian friend, mentor, or pastor to CHEW with you:
- Text or call: “I’m struggling to confess or let go of something—can you pray for me or just listen?”
- Ask them to remind you of God’s forgiveness and grace.
- Let them walk you through one step of CHEW, or simply be present.
Sometimes, sharing your struggle breaks the power of secrecy and shame.
6. Take Responsibility and Move Forward
- You are capable of taking a step. Even if it feels small, you can choose honesty, confession, or a willingness to move toward repentance today.
- Every honest attempt matters. God’s love is not based on your perfection or performance—He welcomes you back every time.
- God’s grace empowers you to do what’s right, even when it’s hard.
7. Seek Extra Support If Needed
If you feel stuck in unconfessed sin or resistance, reach out to a counselor, pastor, or Christian friend. God often brings healing and freedom through wise helpers.
Sample “Too Stuck in Sin to CHEW” Moment
- Acknowledge: Say, “God, I know I’m holding onto something.”
- Confess: “God, I’m struggling to confess or let go. Please change my heart.”
- Face the fear: “God, I’m afraid of the consequences, but I want to trust You.”
- Hear: Say, “Where sin increased, grace abounded all the more.”
- CHEW with a Friend: Text a friend: “Can you pray for me or just listen as I process this?”
Remember
You don’t have to get this perfect. God’s love meets you in your sin, your resistance, and your smallest steps.
CHEW in smaller bites and see how God’s love draws you to trust Him with repentance and obedience.
Transparency note: This resource was crafted in collaboration with advanced AI tools and carefully finalized by the 1st Principle Group team to ensure biblical faithfulness and practical relevance for our readers. All stories are fictional and not a representation of any one client.
