PathFinder Ministries

Sin

A - God may intentionally keep your life purpose out of focus because of sin in your life.

S - "If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we claim we have not sinned, we make him (God) out to be a liar and his word has no place in our lives." ~ I John 1:8, 10

A - As we wrap up looking at the obstacles that cause us to stray from God's path, we cannot ignore Sin. Sin in your life is the most debilitating obstacle you will face. Sin turns you away from God and separates you from fellowship with Him. Satan rejoices when you allow this roadblcok to interfere with your purpose and relationship with God.

Sin's belief says - "I'm not that bad of a sinner. I don't do what other people say and do. God will overlook my little sins if I'm trying to do great things for Him and others."

Is it difficult for you to recognize sin in your own life? Do you know and acknowledge your struggles in areas that are not pleasing to God? Remember how pride is the root of many things?....Pride is often the root of your sin as well. In our verses for today, we deceive ourselves and call God a liar if we claim we don't sin and/or have never sinned. According to Romans 3:23..."for all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God." That includes the best of the best and the worst of the worst.

Don't think that you have sinned too much for God's forgiveness. I John 1: 9 tells us - "If we confess our sins, he (God) is faithful and just to forgive us of our sins." It's that easy! We don't have to complete a checklist of "good works" before God will forgive us. Confession/repentance is remorse, regret and sincere sorrow for things we have said, thought or done and it leads to a willingness to change. Do you ever believe Satan's lie that you've messed up too much for God to forgive you? Does the guilt from your sin keep you from believing God has a plan and purpose for your life? Don't let pride stand in the way of God's forgiveness.

P - If you struggle with unconfessed sin/guilt - I'd encourage you to read some of King David's story. Psalm 32:1-5; Psalm 51; Psalm 66:16-20, Psalm 119:11 & 113. Don't let sin in your life blur your "inner-vision". Ask God today to show you specific things you still need to confess (He'll even show you things you may have forgotten about!) Don't miss how good it feels to know you are forgiven!!

Next Time....Sharing Your Purpose