My study of the nature of sin has turned to the concept of temptation. Yesterday I wrote about the struggle with self and the assurance that God has promised to provide the way of escape. So last night I failed. I was depressed and lonely and gave in to my sinful gluttonous desires (I had … Read More “Escape” »
Month: October 2024
Pondering
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So, I’m walking down the street and I see a sign “Keep Off the Grass” what’s my first impulse? I want to walk on the grass of course! Don’t feed the animals… where is some kibble. It’s human nature to oppose direction. That is how the law is used to teach us our sinful natures. … Read More “And The Sign Said” »
Gleanings
I’ve been studying Romans. I’ve shared with some of you what I’ve been learning about sin, our slavery to it, and the blessed delivery from slavery to sin into slavery to Christ. Today I’ve been struck with a revelation about the importance of taking our thoughts captive. In Romans when Paul is talking about the … Read More “” »