Romans 6:6 (NIV)
6 For we know that our old self was crucified with
him so that the body ruled by sin might be done away with, that we
should no longer be slaves to sin—
Christian, why would you play with sin? Has it not cost
you enough already? Burnt child, will you play with the fire? What! When
you have already been between the jaws of the lion, will you step a second time
into his den? Have you not had enough of the old serpent? Did he not poison all
your veins once, and will you play at the cobra's den and put your hand in the
dragon's lair a second time?
Do not be not so mad, so foolish! Did sin ever yield you
real pleasure? Did you find solid satisfaction in it? If so, go back to your
old drudgery, and wear the chain again, if it delights you. But inasmuch as sin
never gave you what it promised to bestow but deluded you with lies, do not be
snared by the old fowler: Be free, and let the memory of your enslavement
prevent you from entering the net again!
It is contrary to the designs of eternal love, which are all
focused on your purity and holiness; therefore do not run counter to the
purposes of your Lord.
Another thought should restrain you from sin. Christians can
never sin cheaply; they pay a heavy price for iniquity. Transgression destroys
peace of mind, obscures fellowship with Jesus, hinders prayer, brings darkness
over the soul; therefore do not be the serf and slave of sin.
There is still a higher argument: Each time you serve sin
you are "crucifying once again the Son of God . . . and holding him up to
contempt."1 Can you bear that thought? If you have fallen into any
special sin during this day, it may be that my Master has sent this admonition
this evening to bring you back before you have wandered very far. Turn to Jesus
afresh. He has not forgotten His love for you; His grace is still the same.
With weeping and repentance, come to His footstool, and you shall be reunited
in His love; you will be set upon a rock again, and your goings shall be
established.
Thought for today:
Do I allow myself to get caught up in things that don’t bring life?
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