Be honest with God about what you did
Admit your sin without excuses
Tell God you are sorry
Ask God to forgive you
Confess your sins specifically
Ask for a clean heart
Ask for strength to change
Turn away from the sin
Trust God’s mercy
Thank God for His forgiveness
Make amends where possible
Pray sincerely and humbly
Repeat your prayer as needed
Read Scripture and reflect on it
Seek God’s help to live better