The following is a brief confession from a series written for my Systematic Theology classes. I believe that sin entered the world when Adam and Eve, tempted by the serpent, doubted God’s word and chose to violate His command (Gen 3:1-6, 2 Cor 11:3, Rom 5:12). Their eyes were opened to discern good from evil, […]
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Rules without relationships lead to rebellion.
Rules are just rules—and likely to be broken—unless they are expressed in the context of personal loving and caring relationships.
Make the way smooth
In addition to the regular course correction that keeps us near the heart and will of God, we need a periodic removal of the things that may have surfaced in our lives, things which may cause us to stumble.
Make the way straight
Too often our lives become a zig zag of foolish behavior that takes us someplace we never intended to go. I believe as our hearts become more attuned to the heart of God, our sensors detect our going off path and provide constant correction, and a steady direction that is in line with the life God intends for us.