John 3:20 For everyone who does wicked things hates the light and does not come to the light, lest his works should be exposed. But whoever does what is true comes to the light, so that it may be clearly seen that his works have been carried out in God. (ESV)
It is the nature of our flesh to hide when we are doing things that oppose the Spirit. We feel the conviction and do not want to be exposed for fear and shame. We avoid our God-fearing friends and lay low. Unfortunately, that brings us further into the sin traps we have been struggling with. When we hide in the darkness, it only gets darker.
Conversely, if we are walking the walk and doing what we are supposed to be, we do not hide from the light. Instead, we use the light to illuminate Jesus in our lives to others. This is where we should all be living because it is where Jesus is glorified and we are blessed for following Him with our actions.
Although it is certainly tempting to stay in the darkness when you are struggling, resist the urge. Come to the light where you may be corrected in love by your brothers and sisters in Christ. They will not judge you, but only help you move forward on your walk with Jesus. Where are you at today?
Matthew 5:16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. (ESV)
It is the nature of our flesh to hide when we are doing things that oppose the Spirit. We feel the conviction and do not want to be exposed for fear and shame. We avoid our God-fearing friends and lay low. Unfortunately, that brings us further into the sin traps we have been struggling with. When we hide in the darkness, it only gets darker.
Conversely, if we are walking the walk and doing what we are supposed to be, we do not hide from the light. Instead, we use the light to illuminate Jesus in our lives to others. This is where we should all be living because it is where Jesus is glorified and we are blessed for following Him with our actions.
Although it is certainly tempting to stay in the darkness when you are struggling, resist the urge. Come to the light where you may be corrected in love by your brothers and sisters in Christ. They will not judge you, but only help you move forward on your walk with Jesus. Where are you at today?
Matthew 5:16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. (ESV)
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