The topic of slavery is a complicated one, but when it comes to slavery to sin, we must not sugarcoat things
Tag: Sin
“You’re Dead to Me”
While we should do our best to preserve healthy relationships, perhaps we should break off one in particular that is only harming us
The Fight Is Hard, but Don’t Surrender!
Even as the battle against sin rages on, a new life with Jesus is still far superior to returning to a life of sin without Him
Isn’t More Always Better?
Having freedom from sin's penalty still doesn't make returning to sin a good idea
Why Do We Need These Rules?
While following human rules might be frustrating sometimes, God's rules have a noble purpose.
Compare and Contrast
Did you ever get assigned to compare and contrast two things, ideas, or people?
Just Admit It!
If we've kept secrets about our bad choices hidden, is it too late to get them out and start healing?
Leading vs. Dragging
Out of love for others, are there ways to lead them to the right conclusion about the harm that their choices are doing, rather than just a lecture?
When “You’re the Man” Isn’t a Good Thing
What allows us to be associated with good examples in teaching illustrations, rather than the villain?
Water-Jet Cutting
Sometimes, our hearts, minds, and souls need some reshaping, but it's not always going to be fun.
Sin Much?
Do you feel like you have to drag the weight of your past through the present?
Finding Common Ground, Part 1
What if our common ground upon which we can find peace with others is found in our weakness, not in our strengths?
Someone’s Got to Go to Prison
It is an unpleasant fact that sometimes, when disaster strikes, everyone can't escape the consequences.
Salvation Is an Amazing Thing
Are there any "minimum holiness requirements" to accept God's salvation and new life in Jesus Christ?
Called Out of What?
Remembering what we were saved out of when we accepted Jesus can also remind us how to reach out to those who haven't yet done so.
Prosperity Doesn’t Equal Virtue
What happens when we draw a single, straight line between one's behavior and success?
Debt Forgiveness
What can debt teach us about forgiveness and restoration?
False Fronts
Without animal sacrifices to remind us about sin, how can we keep from becoming too callous to its consequences?
Have You Had Enough?
Once we decide that "enough is enough" with respect to the impact of sin in our lives, we have a choice as to what to do next.
Get Rid of that Trailer
Are we dragging unnecessary burdens through our lives?
Those Who Sin Differently 