One-minute read.
Living under the microscope challenges me as an author who loves and writes about Jesus. No matter how much I adore the Savior, I still sin. Every day, I do things that require divine mercy. And people quickly remind me when I do, as if I don’t already know.
“Therefore let us not pass judgment on one another any longer, but rather decide never to put a stumbling block or hindrance in the way of a brother.”
Romans 14:13
Not creating stumbling blocks for others requires humility and constant connection with the Lord. I find myself confessing all day long. “Lord, forgive me for that thought.” “Lord, I’m sorry I said that.” “Lord, forgive me for doing that.” On and on the list goes of ways I must repent in 24 hours. The closer we draw to God, the more aware we become of our sin. Accepting our fleshly ways helps us live more blamelessly as we seek the Lord for help.
And when we remain connected to the Savior, people will notice and ask questions. Tell the truth. Share with them how God helps you through the day and how His forgiveness enables you to live blamelessly. Nothing we do can save us from sin; Jesus did it all for us on the cross.
Prayer:
Lord,
Thank You for Jesus’s sacrifice on the cross, which makes us blameless before You. Please help us live humbly and closely connected to You, accepting our sinful nature and allowing You to cleanse us from it.
IJNIP. Amen
