The son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and in your sight. I’m no longer worthy to be called your son.’
Luke 15:21 CSB
The prodigal did not for any reason think that his admission of guilt was unnecessary, in spite of his father’s warm welcome. True repentance is not grovelling to coerce the mercy of another. Instead, it involves coming to veiw oneself as sinful, and to understand one’s guilt and shame. It means that a person realizes they are not worthy of forgiveness. Then the abundant mercy and grace of God forgives.
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your love, compassion, and forgiveness! You are wise, good, pure, and worthy! I love You! In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.