It's by God's grace that we are always able to come before Him. He is ever willing to forgive us if only we ask and repent. Repentance is not by our own strength but it's by the power of His spirit. God said in His word that He is the one who watches over us that we may come before Him holy and blameless. God does not only forgives but He also cleanses us from all unrighteousness. Once we ask for forgiveness and repent, we are set free from all condemnation. Sin no longer has power over us. Jesus came to give life and life more abundantly. As we step out into His grace and give up our selfish needs, we are receiving the life of love, joy,hope and peace that Jesus is offering us.