Living for Jesus, in a broken world...

Sorry I haven't posted in awhile. I have had an intention to post..but something always comes up. Enjoy! :)



I walk through the doors and see the advertisement for the newest movie. I can't believe my eyes as I quickly move on. Walking past the arts and crafts I can let my guard down a little, but as I turn the corner I see the posters of the "hottest" actresses to hang in your room. Heading through electronics, I try to focus my eyes on something other than the revealing pictures from the DVD, CD, and video game covers. As I continue my shopping, I find that from fashion to food, society has proven that Hollywood can sell merchandise better than a Honey Nut Cheerios' bee. Standing in line at the register, the latest gossip papers display headlines and images that keep me looking at the cart. Meanwhile music with bad words and horrible meanings plays in the background. Where am I shopping that I notice all this? Wal-Mart.
 

Everywhere—at the movies, in parks, schools, stores, even billboards—this world is trying to get everyone to believe that sin is okay, that it is an "everyday thing." But while a simple trip to Wal-Mart proves that sin is the world's norm, the Bible says otherwise. For example, Ahab's sins seemed trivial to him (1 Kings 16:31), but he was punished by God sending famine to Israel (1 Kings 17:1).

The world doesn't know any better, but we do (Rom. 12:2). We also have help! The Bible gives us great direction on how to stay pure from sin. "How can a young man keep his way pure? By keeping it according to your word" (Ps. 119:9).

Pray to see truth (James 1:5). Memorize verses to help with a topic you are dealing with in your life.  (Ps.119:11). Tell others about Jesus, and stand up for what you believe (Mark 16:15). Mourn for the world's sin (Matt. 5:4). Remember that those without Jesus don't know any better, and unless we tell them they won't understand and their lives will continue to get worse.

There is NO hope in sin—it may seem fun but its consequences outweigh any pleasure (Rom. 3:23). It's our responsibility to speak out against sin. Always remember that it is God's grace and strength through His Word that gives us the power to be victorious over the trials that come our way. What are some ways that you have helped someone or yourself fight this sin?