How does God's mercy relate to confession of sins?

God's mercy is the gateway through which we approach Him in confession. Understanding that we are undeserving of His grace compels us to acknowledge our sins sincerely. This acknowledgment is rooted in a deep awareness of God's holiness and our unworthiness. When we confess our sins, we are met with God's tender mercies, which assure us that He does not deal with us according to our sins but according to His lovingkindness. This merciful aspect of God should compel believers to come with a humble heart, reliance on Christ's sacrifice, and confidence in His promise of forgiveness, as promised in 1 John 1:9.