In order to afflict you with spiritual paralysis, Satan will use your fears and insecurities to play both sides against the middle. First he tries to convince you that you've already fully repented. Once you recognize that lie, he'll try to bog you down by telling you you haven't repented enough.
That's why the Bishop's role is so important--he isn't emotionally involved in your sin, and so he can listen objectively to the whisperings of the Spirit and receive revelation for you when your own doubts and fears keep you from doing so.
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