Did you catch the “so that”? God’s plan for you is to live in righteousness through His son Christ. Wait a minute, don’t miss the dead to sin part. Jesus’ work on the cross accomplished all of this.
Personal Reflection
If you are struggling with sin this morning, repent and return to God’s truth. Every sin promises life and comfort but delivers death and shame. Too often we dwell on all that we’ve done wrong instead of what Jesus has done right. This only keeps us off track longer and in a place where lies seem more like truth. Have you ever thought any of these thoughts:
How can God use me if I keep doing this?
- Why can’t I beat this sin?
- I’m a fake.
- How can God use me? I’m not worth anything.
These are planted thoughts to keep you from Christ. It’s a simple principle really. Satan knows that when our eyes are on ourselves they are not on God. The longer our eyes are on ourselves, the longer we will feel alone, abandoned, and worthless. We know we’ve sinned because God’s perfect law clearly shows us that, but it also brings with it understanding that we need a solution…we need a Savior.
Be serious about the temptation you struggle with but always remember sin was conquered by Christ. For you are more than a conqueror in Christ. God is teaching you that all you need is Christ. Turn from sin and run to Him today.
Prayer Focus
LORD help us to understand your teaching. Let us fully receive in our hearts the truth that Jesus is sufficient in all things. We know this requires us to learn through trials and joys. Bring us whatever is necessary that we might more closely walk with Him in the light. Break the chains of sin that we might walk in your freedom. We lift all of this to you in the Name above all names, Jesus Christ, Amen!
2 thoughts on “So What?”
I have really been struggling with being attacked by our Pastor. He is constantly telling me you need to submit, you need to submit!! With that being said I watched and I am not the only one he does this to. It is sad to be because it breaks the congregation down and people are becoming afraid to step in church. He has let his “EGO” get the better of him as he professes to be so Holy.
My son-in-law is the head pastor and has taken a leave of absence for a short time, so he ask the assistant pastor to take over. IT HAS GONE TO HIS HEAD!! WHAT DO I DO IN THIS SITUATION BESIDES PRAY?? I CAN NOT RETURN THERE UNTIL SOME CHANGES COME FORTH, I AM NOT BEING SPIRITUALLY FED AND I AM TIRED OF BEING ATTACKED.
I DID TELL MY SON-IN-LAW AND HE SAID A NUMBER OF PEOPLE HAVE TEXT AND CALLED HIM ABOUT THE OTHER PASTOR. HE LEFT IT AT THAT. I WOULD APPRECIAT EANY HELP IN THIS , THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS!
So sorry to hear this. Sometimes the body of Christ is its own enemy. It ought not to be this way. It sound like you have tried speaking with him directly. Do you have elders in place at your church that you may be able to share this with? I’m all for reconciliation, yet in reality if one of the parties is unwilling, it may be time to look elsewhere. Praying for you Barbara!
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