Does it seem odd to you if I say that all Christians sin? Based on our free will, we can think, say, and do whatever we please, but should we? There are certain sins that we need to avoid as believers in Christ. Oh sure, we can always point our finger at those in the world, but honestly, can we expect those who don’t know God to actually live by His statutes laid out in scripture? Frankly, that would be pretty bold of us considering the fact that we aren’t always following them ourselves. We are to be the example. We are to be markedly different than the world. Mimicking the world can only bring us pain and confusion. Living for Christ may bring about the pain of persecution, but at least what we think, say and do is for a reason; an eternal purpose.
The church, generally speaking, has pastors who seem to be more and more reluctant to bring up the topic of sin in their sermons. We discuss our mistakes, but still balk at calling them sins. We are all coddled on a lot of fronts regarding spiritual things. Far too many churches want to make their Sunday message palatable ... as in easy to accept and easy to digest, without controversy.
The days of unintentionally offending someone with the Gospel appear to be over. If we believe scripture is truth from God, then why should we be shy about sharing it. Personally, I’m not the greatest one-on-one witnesser, but I can speak the truth in front of a group (regardless how large or small the group is) and share the truth via the written word thru books and blog posts. We all have different gifts; we just need to use them for the glory of God and not ignore them.
The study I’m currently embarking on is revealing the 10 sins that Christians should be avoiding. Things like failing to love God, allowing the root of bitterness to bloom, or walking in doubt and unbelief will be addressed briefly. This will not be a lengthy, in depth study, but one that touches on each topic in short, yet concise posts. Heed the words of the Apostle Peter when he says in 1 Peter 4:17 ... “And, if it is hard for the righteous to be saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?” How does a person survive in this life without Jesus? Frankly, I have no earthly idea. That is precisely why we mustn’t shy away from sharing the gospel. Speak about it, write about it, whatever way you are gifted in, but just go about doing it. The Holy Spirit will help you if you ask Him and then allow Him to. Spreading the word isn’t about gaining notoriety. If no one knows my name after I’m gone that’s just fine, as long as they know the name of Jesus Christ.
I will start off tomorrow taking a look at our failure to love God. Until then, walk with the King and be a blessing.
In His Name & for His Glory,
Richard Keller
Bread of Life Ministries
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