“My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous,” 1 John 2:1 (ESV). In the case of my standing with God I have both a great defense team and a righteous but merciful judge. The final authority in a legal dispute is the court. The judge can determine that the evidence presented can be sealed and never known to the public. “For I will be merciful toward their iniquities, and I will remember their sins no more,” Hebrews 8:12 ESV. Jesus, my “Advocate” and “Wonderful Counselor” defends me, the Holy Spirit, comforts me throughout and the LORD my God and Father judges me according to His mercy, grace and goodness. Blessed Father, Son and Holy Spirit, thank You for Your Redemption, Thank You for Your Mercy and thank You for Your Kindness.
A serious pursuit of godliness requires an equally serious renunciation of worldliness. Too often, we measure spirituality with false scales. While being wisely selective with our public vices we are less so with our private attitudes and perspectives. In reality, it is the thoughts and intents of the heart where the greatest battles must be waged; our actions will ultimately align with the condition of our hearts. Lord God, You know me inside out, You are not fooled by human facades. Plow my heart with Your Word and Spirit and leave nothing unturned. Refresh my inward man that I may outwardly glorify You in all places at all times.
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