Have you ever told a lie and immediately felt the weight of guilt press on your soul? Whether it’s a “small white lie” or intentional deceit, dishonesty damages trust, burdens the conscience, and separates us from God. That’s why a prayer for forgiveness for lying and deception and a Christian prayer for honesty matters so much. It is not only about admitting fault; rather, it is about seeking grace, rebuilding integrity, and learning to walk in truth.
As a matter of fact, many Christians secretly wrestle with deceit. We tell ourselves lies to cover shame, to avoid rejection, or to escape responsibility. Yet Scripture reminds us: “You shall not lie or deceive one another” (Leviticus 19:11).
So how do we begin overcoming lies and restoring honesty? It starts with a sincere Christian prayer for honesty, a heartfelt prayer to stop lying, and daily declarations rooted in God’s Word.
Why Pray for Forgiveness for Lying and Deception?
Lies may look harmless at first. However, like weeds in a garden, deception spreads until it chokes out peace and joy. Moreover, the Bible warns that persistent dishonesty can lead to spiritual death: “All liars… will be consigned to the fiery lake of burning sulfur” (Revelation 21:8).
Still, God is merciful. When we bring a prayer to stop lying before Him, He forgives us. He restores our hearts and renews our minds. “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us” (1 John 1:9).
Besides, praying for forgiveness is not just about words; rather, it is a commitment to turn from deceit and embrace truth. Then, we pair prayer with biblical declarations for honesty. So, together, they train our hearts and tongues to speak truth consistently.
A Christian Prayer for Honesty: Prayer for Forgiveness for Lying and Deception
Heavenly Father,
I come before You with a humble heart, saying the prayer for forgiveness for lying and deception. Lord, You detest lying lips but delight in those who are trustworthy (Proverbs 12:22). Please forgive me for every falsehood I have spoken and for every deceitful action I have taken.
Cleanse my heart, purify my thoughts, and renew my tongue so I may always speak the truth in love. Help me in overcoming lies that have entangled me. Give me courage to live with integrity, even when honesty feels difficult. I surrender my words, my thoughts, and my actions to You.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Prayers for Forgiveness and Deliverance from Lies
Below are prayers you can pray daily. They are written as scripture-inspired prose so you can boldly say the prayer to stop lying out loud.
A Prayer for Forgiveness for Lying and Deception: Confession
Heavenly Father, I confess my sin of lying and deception. Your Word says lying lips are detestable to You (Proverbs 12:22). Please forgive me. Cleanse me and give me courage to walk in Your truth. Amen.
A Prayer for Repentance and Renewal
Lord, I repent of every lie I have spoken—to others and even to myself. I know deceit grieves Your Spirit. Please renew my heart, teach me to love truth, and help me live with integrity. Amen.
A Prayer for Deliverance from Deception
Father, deliver me from the trap of deception. Break the cycle of dishonesty in my life. Strengthen me to speak truth in love, even when it costs me. Amen.
A Christian Prayer for Honesty and Integrity
Dear Lord, keep falsehood far from me. Help me to reflect Your character in every word I speak. May my honesty rebuild trust with others and glorify You. Amen.
A Prayer to Stop Lying
Jesus, You are the way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6). I surrender my tongue to You. Keep me from deceit, and let my words be rooted in love and honesty. Amen.
Want to go deeper? Read Deliverance from Lies: Biblical Declarations for scriptural truths that break the chains of deceit.
Biblical Declarations for Overcoming Lies and Honesty
Prayers invite God’s forgiveness, but declarations help us walk out His truth daily. Hence, these biblical declarations for honesty will empower you to resist deception, strengthen integrity, and embrace freedom. Speak them aloud and let each verse renew your heart.
Today I choose honesty, because the Lord delights in those who are trustworthy (Proverbs 12:22).
I am forgiven and set free from every lie, through the mercy of Christ (1 John 1:9).
The Spirit of truth leads me into integrity and away from deception (John 16:13).
My words bring life and not destruction, building trust with those around me (Proverbs 10:11).
I reject falsehood and embrace God’s wisdom, for His Word is truth (Psalm 119:163).
My lips are guarded by God, keeping me from deceitful speech (Psalm 34:13).
I walk in the light of Christ, free from secrecy and shame (1 John 1:7).
👉🏾 Want more? Download the full list of 21 Declarations to Overcome Lies and Walk in God’s Truth.
Encouragement from Christian Voices
Charles Spurgeon observed: “A lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes.” Yet God calls us to choose truth daily.
Christine Caine reminds us: “You don’t have to hide behind lies. God’s truth sets you free to be fully seen and fully loved.”
Friend, overcoming lies is not just possible—it is God’s promise.
Related Resources
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- Breaking Free from Lies: Biblical Declarations for Truth and Deliverance.
- Biblical Declarations for Emotional Healing.
- Healing Declarations for Body, Mind, and Spirit.
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Final Encouragement
Friend, lies may whisper loudly, but God’s Word speaks louder. If you’ve prayed this prayer for forgiveness for lying and deception and begun speaking these declarations, take heart. You are already on the journey to freedom.
Remember, a Christian prayer for honesty is not just about what you say—it is about who you are becoming. By renewing your mind daily with Scripture, you are being transformed from the inside out.
Keep walking in truth. Keep declaring life. And trust that God, who began a good work in you, will carry it to completion.
Also, discover Lies We Tell Ourselves: How to Overcome Negative Self-Talk and start replacing inner lies with God’s truth.
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MOHAU MOYEYE
July 23, 2016 at 8:58 pmThank you for the prayer of forgiveness for telling lies,for I’ve hurt the love of my life the woman i want to spend the rest of my life loving her and being with her till i pass on. But i might have destroyed all of this because I’ve lied to her so many times. Please pray for me to be healed from this sickness i have in me of telling a lie every day. I’ve destroyed my relationship with my creator and the love of life and i want to restore the love they have for me. I really need help please do help me
Pat
March 29, 2018 at 11:01 pmMohau Moyeye. I am just like you. We can both ask Jesus to forgive us. I lost my wife and everything that was mine. I also destroyed my relationship with Jesus.please forgive Jesus for lies.Everyone hates me.please forgive me God.
Kelvin
August 14, 2017 at 1:55 pmI have hurt the love of my life. I’ve lied about things that I shouldn’t have had to lie about. I’ve been deceitful and I’ve hurt the one person that has stood by my side to the core. I feel as big as a pebble. I’ve fallen so far from God. I’ve allowed the words of man to penetrate and grow in my spirit. I feel so alone. I just want to rest at the feet of Jesus. I’m tired and I don’t know what to do. I’ve tried to pray and I’m all churched out. I’m all cried out honestly. I need a touch, a true touch from God.
Daily Bible Declarations
August 14, 2017 at 2:58 pmDear Kelvin,
Do not despair. God has seen your heavy heart about this situation. All you have to do is go to God in prayers and in all honesty, confess your sins to him. Tell him in details all that you have done against him and against the love of your life. Ask God to forgive you and cleanse you of all your guilt. After you have done this, make up your mind not to do it again and seek forgiveness and peace with your loved one. I pray that you find favour with God and with your loved one in Jesus name. May you receive the peace of God that passes all understanding and may God forgive all your sins and make you whole again in Jesus name. Amen.
P.S: We will continue to pray for you. Let us know the progress as you seek peace and forgiveness. God bless.
Lori Larson
June 24, 2019 at 3:14 amI understand you completely. I lied to my employer and now I’m resigning from my job because of it. I have no other job to fall back on. I feel so far apart from God right now. I want to feel his comfort on my so I can begin to heal my life and begin again. I want him to guide me in what to do and follow his plan and not my own.
Amanda
August 28, 2020 at 4:58 pmLori
God has seen you and wants to help you. Ask him for help; I have and that’s exactly what he wants from you. He wants to hear you ask for his help. Yes he hates liar’s but he LOVES it when you ask him to help YOU!! What are you waiting for!?
Apple Giroux
May 29, 2025 at 3:39 pmGod I’ve truly been a disgrace of a person I pray you give me strength and courage I’m a coward as well I’ve broken every single commandment I I really want to be with you in heaven I do not feel worthy of it please do not send me to hell I truly I’m sorry I will try to be more aware of my disgusting mouth I will listen so I don’t reply with lies thankyou for taking liquor from my lips and may I have courage I don’t want to be a coward I’m afraid lonely lost miserable thankyou in Jesus name amen
thelma Cooper
October 17, 2017 at 7:08 amPlease keep me in your prayers for deliverance so I can be deliver totally from this deadly sin,I lie abt little things and it killing me inside can’t explain how it feel..may God please forgive and deliver me.
Sarah
February 25, 2018 at 4:04 amWell I’m asking God to forgive me for everything I’ve ever said, thought, and did that wasn’t pleasing to God. I hope God forgives me and I can live a clean and spiritual life!!
Pat
March 29, 2018 at 11:04 pmSarah I feel the same way.I lied about everything and lost my wife who was the love of my life.All my friends and my family’s things a just a jerk. Please for give me Jesus please.
Hilda
August 28, 2018 at 1:51 pmmay he forgive us, we do love him though we disappoint him this much!
sandrajohnson55
February 28, 2018 at 11:47 pmThank you for the prayers for me to be forgiven for my lie. No excuse, I did it to help someone who needs it and is not getting it. I prayed for forgiveness to the person I lied for as well as that person ought not suffer because of my lie. I thank God for forgiveness and pray the person I lied for still gets help, in Jesus name,. Amen
Cathy
March 5, 2018 at 7:41 pmI too am In the same situation I lie to always protect myself and I have now made a mess out of my life from all of the lying, I feel so disconnected to God and I so ashamed I pray that God will search my heart and forgive me and that my husband and love one’s will one day forgive and trust me again. I know that once trust is broken it is hard to regain but I am hoping that it can be restored.
Stephanie Ann Giroux
May 29, 2025 at 3:57 pmLord God I’m sorry and afraid of your wrath im I do not want the lake of fire I don’t want that to be my story I’m trying to leave my understanding in the garbage I’m really having a hard time with some of the Bible I just don’t get it please help me not question you I know it says for better good and we have free will I’m questioning you I just understand why children go thru stuff that p duddy did I feel so bad for the children I wish unheard the ugliness free will the children didn’t have cause I’m sure children don’t want that I’m trying to not figure out how that you can use for good I know you could I just wish it wasn’t at the kids fat the expense of children I hope at some time your with them so they don’t feel alone afraid and being in pain forgive me and please help the mean souls that do this help them to stop I’m a coward I want to be brave and say I’ll take their pain there so young please in your beautiful sons name Jesus amen
Dee
March 24, 2018 at 8:10 pmI have done a terrible thing by lying, deceiving and taking advantage of someone close to me, financially. I tried to cover it up but it all came to the surface and I feel terrible. As I was in the midst of it, I knew it was wrong but couldn’t stop. Although I am paying back the debt, I’m filled with guilt and anxiety and I know the trust is broken. I’ve been lying most of my life about anything, small things, and I’ve made a complete mess of my life. Today it finally hit me that I’ve sunken to the lowest place in my life and I need help and I’m praying and asking for God’s forgiveness and to have mercy on me.
Pat
March 29, 2018 at 11:05 pmDee I the same .lost alone and broke.please forgive me Jesus and please forgive Dee too.
James
November 20, 2024 at 10:46 pmI feel your pain, i stand with you and pray that god can see that we are racked with, remorse, fear, anxiety and guilt. That we have seen our shameful actions and that it has taken us to reflect and realise that we have lied through our lives and not really realised the consequences. Tears roll down my cheeks as I right this. As I hear you desperation for the lord to hear us. I truly hope he does and I truly hope you can be safe and move forward to help others under the lord’s guidance.
Jade
April 4, 2018 at 10:12 amI have lied so much . I feel so distance from God . I lied to get attention, I lied just about so many things . I am at a point in my life that my body aches with so much agony. I tried quitting only to repeat this devilish behavior again. Maybe I am not serious about the punishment that that’s coming to me if I don’t quit this bad behavior. God just like you heard the psalms David in his cry I need you to interfere and help me to stop being untruthful. I can’t do it on my own. I thank you in advance for getting me out of this death cycle.
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Hilda
August 28, 2018 at 2:03 pmI know how you feel Jade, I know how feel and I know what you going through. I feel like I’m already in hell burning for my sins!
Todd
July 19, 2018 at 4:00 amI ask that God forgive me for the lies that I have told. I am so ashamed of what I have done and not sure how God or my wife will ever forgive me I know that I am a simple man and want to live a good life with my wife and children. Please Lord I ask you now to forgive me and keep at bay the evil of the devil.
Hilda
August 28, 2018 at 1:48 pmI lied during a fast and I did feel something in me saying I shouldn’t do it but I did it anyway to save myself, I feel so much guilt and shame. cant seem to even connect in prayer no more, I broke a vow I had made to God that it would never happen again. It feels as though he’s left me as a result don’t even know if I should just break the fast and leave everything. I thought I was never going to do it again but I always suppress that small voice that warns me never to do it everytime…after all that ill feel so much conviction and guilt and will even be scared to pray and think God will never even listen because he knows it was deliberate. at times I feel I should just leave everything and die. I hate disappointing God like this, but I always do. I hate myself. if God wont forgive this time, I totally understand, its too much!
Jade
October 3, 2018 at 12:50 pmGod loves us and yes we will feel very bad when we sin .but that is good because God gives us these feeling to repent and to get up and try again and if we fall again we repent but each time we should have a determination to hate the sin and fight to please God to obey his commandments. . It not easy but every time we do the right thing even though it hurts .Next time it will be easier to not fall into temptation.
Igwe Chinenye
October 21, 2018 at 5:43 amO God as I come to u today wit all my Hart lord I pray u should forgive me all my sins lord I’m tried of telling Lie’s stealing I want to u to use me change me to live a good life I want to worship u o God as I confess my sins before u God I said u should hear my prayer save me from the evils spirit that’s making me to do want I don’t want to do I no u wil do that for me may ur name be praise in Jesus name I pray Amen.
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October 21, 2018 at 7:54 amI join my faith with yours and In Jesus name we pray for heart desire for forgiveness to be granted you. Amen.
Jade
October 23, 2018 at 5:36 pmI read your text and I am so proud of you for taking a stand and hating the the sin in your life. I also read were you wrote the evil spirit s are making you do it The devil can not make us do any thing unless we give him permission . I have been were you are at, We have to stand up to the devil and tell him no I am a child of god I hate the path that I am going so there for I will not give into temptation and ask god to give us strength and wisdom to turn away from the sin . God is so faithfully faith full that he will hear us and he’ll help us turn away. However if you are dealing with manifestations of evil entity I suggest fasting and praying and repenting to clean your soul and moving toxic people and things out of your way that are hindering your deliverance. Call me if you like. 7132619998. Evil is out there and the devil just needs a little to come into your life and destroy you forever. Hate the things that god hates and love the things that please and honor him. So every time the sin tempts you , remember you make god sad if you give in and you make the devil happy . keep fighting, fast, pray and carry a scripture with you were you are being tempted to sin . Last you have to be very determined and angry towards the sin and hate it enough to turn from it no matter what it takes.
brenda
March 25, 2019 at 10:30 amI lied about something. I am sorry Lord please forgive me.
looking for me
December 6, 2019 at 2:17 pmI am a liar,I cant tell you when it start but know It hurts when i lie or deceive someone now but i still do it,Lord I am sorry!!!So much more and cant afford psychiatrist.I need answer.whats after prayer?
Jennifer okhaide
February 25, 2020 at 3:42 pmI have lied to a very good man that had a very good heart
I have lied to him and I feel so heartbroken
He discovered that I lied and he is in pain and regrets
I have decided to stop lying.
I have decided to change
I don’t want to lie anymore
Help me Lord
Teach me the truth at all times
Jade
March 11, 2020 at 12:11 amJennifer God sees your heart and I believe if we tell the truth and make it right God will make things work out for our good. Sometimes we lie to get attention or we don’t want to hurt the other person or we feel shameful of our actions or have fear that they won’t understand. We are human and will make mistakes. That’s why we need to confess our sins ask for forgiveness suffer the consequences if any and don’t repeat that mistake again.
Ayoola Bandele
June 16, 2020 at 9:27 amDear Jennifer,
My heart goes out to you. Please know that God has forgiven you as you have asked for the forgiveness of your sin and try to forgive yourself too. Also make amends with the person you have hurt.
If you’d like a safe space to talk, a non judgemental ear to listen to you and help with working through to overcome this habit, please feel free to contact me directly. Try to read through the post on Repentance on the blog also, it’ll set help you along the way.
Prayer: May the God of hope fill you with joy and peace as you trust in him. Amen.
Casandra Gatewood
May 4, 2020 at 12:53 amthank you for these prayers. I have prayed them with a sincere heart. I thank God for the privilege to come to him in prayer and repent of my sin. I am so grateful.
Jade
May 14, 2020 at 2:50 pmI read your comments . My advice to you is that you make it right with the girl you cheated on . Saying I am sorry and doing it again will not help. You have to have a change of heart . If you really love this girl ask her how you can make it up to her follow by letting her have access to your phone . Tell her to help you and both of you guys get together and pray to God for strength with temptation’s . Tell her that you love her and you never ment to hurt her and you will ask God to help you become a God fearing man . Owning up to your sins and trying not do them again says alot about the integrity of the person . Have hope and fear God . The devil studies you 24 hours a day. You will have more temptation’s when you start to do right . But remember God will not let the devil temp you more than you can’t handle. You can do it trust me . Soon you will hate sin and help other’s that were once like you .I Corinthians 10 : 13 and Galathians 5: 19-21.Romans 12 : 9
Ayoola Bandele
June 16, 2020 at 9:12 amDear Cassandra,
Thanks for your encouraging message. May it be unto you according to your faith in Jesus name. Amen.
Christian Jay
May 14, 2020 at 4:45 amI have lied for a very long time. Since when i was a child i lied too much to cover up the lies of my grand father. I love them both of y grand mother and him thats why i dont tell the truth to her. And very guilty about that. i dis that because i dont want them to argue. And now i lied again to my partner, and it hurts her too much. i did that not only once but so many times. I decided to repent all my sins to god and decided to change my life for good, so i told her the truth that ive been cheating on her again. It really hurts her so do i. I dont know what to do anymore, i feel so ashamed to anybody especially to her parents and to my parenta too. Pls. give me an advice. I want to change my life for good. and hoping that she will forgive me for what ive done to her.
Sioux
August 17, 2020 at 5:37 amIf I told a lie and ask God to forgive me do I need to go to the person I lied to in order for God to totally forgive me?
Engida
February 25, 2023 at 7:25 amI have an episode of factitious disorder I lied to every one that I was sick I stoped eating food and took only water or juice i lost a lot of weight but I repent of my sin I ask for forgives from my loved ones that I was lying to them but not all the detailed story’s
They all say it’s all past that they forgive me and no need to tell the detailed story’s what is left for me now
JD GOODNO
March 28, 2023 at 4:43 pmEngida, (everyone) let us accept/receive the gift of forgiveness our Father freely gives.
No God does not love our sin but when we sincerely repent He forgives & the real work begins!! So let us take up our cross – how you ask? We can only do this with God’s help, so ask Him for it. He’s ready, willing & able, He’s just waiting on us to ask for it. As it is written in Proverbs 3:5-8 ISV 5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not depend on your own understanding. 6 In all your ways acknowledge him, and He will make your paths straight. 7 Do not be wise in your own opinion. Fear the LORD and turn away from evil. 8 This will bring healing to your body, and refreshment to your bones.
Once we repent we need to FORGIVE OURSELVES & strive to live the life God predestined for us! God does not want us to torture ourselves or to beat ourselves up day/night –> that is the lie/trick the enemy who wants us to focus on our pasts sin(s) to keep you down… As it is written in Jeremiah 29:11-14 ISV 11 For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares the LORD, ‘plans for well-being, and not for calamity, in order to give you a future and a hope. 12 When you call out to me and come and pray to me, I’ll hear you. 13 You will seek me and find me when you search for me with all your heart. 14 I’ll be found by you,’ declares the LORD, ‘and I’ll restore your security and gather you from all the nations and all the places to which I’ve driven you,’ declares the LORD. ‘I’ll bring you back to the place from which I sent you into exile.’
Declare today that “I DON’T BELIEVE THE LORD BROUGHT ME THIS FAR TO LEAVE ME.” For it is written, Psalms 37:5 NET Commit your future to the LORD! Trust in him, and he will act on your behalf and Psalms 37:23-28 KJV 23 The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. 24 Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth him with his hand. 25 I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread. 26 He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed. 27 Depart from evil, and do good; and dwell for evermore. 28 For the LORD loveth judgment, and forsaketh not his saints; they are preserved for ever: but the seed of the wicked shall be cut off.
When we fall down & we will (only Jesus is perfect) choose to respond by getting up, getting things right with God & getting back on the path He has just for you!!! Realize & learn from the experience as we excel higher & higher in Jesus. Remember He CHOSE to give up His life for our sins, in order to redeem us so that we too can live again and not die unto death, hell & the grave.
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Hallelujah 🙌🏽 TO GOD BE THE GLORY!
Grace
July 16, 2023 at 9:44 pmLord, please forgive me for all the lies I’ve told. I don’t even know why I tell some of the lies as they are completely pointless lies.
Please, Lord, help me to not lie because I can’t do it by myself. My mouth does things my soul does not desire, and I don’t want to grieve the Holy Spirit. Lord, you’ve given me good parents and few friends in my life who are honest and good. Why can’t I be like them? Lord, please, help me to stop lying. I’m beginning to think that it’s better for me to have no friends at all and don’t converse with anyone if I can’t even stop myself from telling pointless lies. Please God, please help me to stop lying. Please forgive me, Lord in the name of Jesus. Help me to change, Lord, because I can’t do this without Your divine help. Please help me to make progress, Lord in being truthful always in Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.
Ayoola Bandele
April 4, 2024 at 12:39 pmHi Grace, God heard you and surprisingly He listens and wants there to be an end to this. You will find different posts on the website about renewing your mind. Take time to read through and start to take intentional steps to not lying. Once you have given your life to Christ, the Holy Spirit is there to help you always.
Oliver
January 26, 2024 at 3:14 pmI lied to the one I love most about a job. I’ve completely broke her trust and may not be able to get her back. Forgive me God, and please appeal to her on my behalf I can be the good she wants.
Ayoola Bandele
April 4, 2024 at 12:22 pmOliver, God heard you when you prayed to Him and He has forgiven you.
Steven
April 22, 2024 at 1:18 pmFather God, Please forgive me. I lied to get something I wanted and am heavy hearted, I am falling into depresion and shame. Please guide me in the next steps. Do I want to come clean with my wife but I also do not want to upset her when she is dealing with all these health issues. Would I be doing more damage by telling her. I know it;s really a small lie but a lie none the less.or do I repent and declare that I will not do it again and spare her the hurt from the lie?
Reshonta Lanisha Brunson
April 27, 2025 at 6:27 amGod please forgive me for all the lies I told I’m trying to stop it’s hard everytime I lies it makes me feel so bad and hurt GOD I NEED YOU
Judy
August 11, 2025 at 1:52 pmThank you Lord for mercy and grace I love you Lord thank for loving me first.
Ayoola Bandele
August 16, 2025 at 11:00 pmHi Judy, thank you for sharing this beautiful heart of gratitude! 💛 It’s so encouraging to see your love for the Lord and your recognition of His mercy and grace. Keep walking in that awareness of His love, it truly changes how we see ourselves and the world around us. May your heart continue to overflow with His peace and joy every day!