But there are some barriers to forgiveness that must be overcome. The Barrier of Denial. If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. A. Forms of denial. Denial when told we have a serious illness.
Alcoholics deny their true condition.
Perhaps the most common denial is of our sinfulness. B. Justifying ourselves spiritually. We don't want to face guilt. We don't want to take blame. We don't want to accept responsibility.