COME NEAR

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

 “Come near to God and he will
come near to you. Wash your
hands, you sinners and purify
your hearts you double minded.”
James 4:8 (NIV)

 Feedback: Share how it feels to win a soul.

Many believers encounter temptations that lead them into sin. They are aware of the consequences of sin, and even hate it, yet they find themselves going back to it again and again. We cannot remain
slaves to sin when Christ has already freed us from its shackles (Romans 6:19).We must break away from this dangerous cycle.

Jesus uses the parable of the prodigal son to clearly expose the destructive effects of sin
in the life of a believer, and to guide us out of sin back to God. Sin separates us from God, steals our blessings and exposes us to a life of misery, shame and slavery. Once you fall into sin, you set yourself up for destruction. The good news however, is that God is Your Father, and that His love for you is total and unconditional. He does not expect you to hide from Him because you have sinned, but to come to Him as you are. His loving arms are always wide open, waiting to receive you when you come back to Him in genuine repentance.

Confess your sins to God and ask for mercy and forgiveness whenever you falter. You can overcome sin by hearing and meditating on the Word as well as regularly communing with the Holy Spirit. Do not wallow in the guilt of sin, do not allow the devil who is the accuser of the brethren keep you bound with his accusation. God wants you to get saved and stay that way.

 Reflections: How do I need to do to stay perpetually under God’s love?

PRAYER: My Father, have mercy on me as I come to you today, in Jesus name.

FAITH BYTE: I’m the righteousness of God in Christ Jesus.

This Week's Walk of Faith: To come closer to God, try to keep at least two Prayer Watches (morning and evening) this week.