[metmom]

But if one believes in “Once saved, always saved”, why would one need further forgiveness? Why not revel in temptation?

There's no more need for forgiveness that leads to salvation. That's a done deal.

There is a need for us to ask forgiveness for disobedience that breaks down the communication.

Also, God will not let His children go on a path to self-destruction. He will chastise them and bring them back into right relationship with Himself.

[DuncanWaring]

Also, God will not let His children go on a path to self-destruction.

Doesn't that contradict the concept of "free will"?