Judges 10:15 New International Version (NIV)
15 But the Israelites said to the Lord, “We have
sinned. Do with us whatever you think best, but please rescue us now.”
When God's people realized the depth of their sin and the
impending punishment by God, they repented and asked for his help. They didn't
try to diminish the gravity of their sin. Instead, they threw themselves on the
mercy of the LORD and his graciousness. Unfortunately today, we often hide,
avoid, rationalize, deny, and skirt the seriousness our personal sin. We don't
like to admit it, much less confess it and turn from it. "It's not really
all that bad. I know a lot of folks who do a lot worse things than I did."
We must not view confession of sin as humiliation or weakness. Acknowledging
our sin and asking for God's forgiveness, cleansing, and power open the door
for him to use us mightily if we will look to him for our rescue!
Thought for today:
Am I in the habitual practice of rationalizing, justifying and denying my
wrongdoings and faults?
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