We Are All Prisoners of Sin

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"Every part of the world bears testimony to the fact that sin is the universal disease of all mankind.”  - J.C. Ryle

We, meaning "the world," without a doubt, have a big problem with sin. Whether one knows it or chooses to ignore it, we are all literally prisoners to sin (Galatians 3:22)

We don't particularly want to hear this, as it is not a very pleasant thought. So we go through our days thinking that sin is something dark and distant, and that it couldn't possibly be a part of our being. But, it is. 

Like blood, sin is common to all humanity. Unfortunately, none of us can break the chains of sin on our own. It simply is not within our human capabilities to do so (Ecclesiastes 7:20). 

Ask someone on the street their thoughts on what it would require on their part to be right with God, or clear a path toward Heaven, you might hear, "Live a good, clean life," or "be kind toward others," or similar replies.

However, Scripture indicates that it takes something beyond what we know, or can do ourselves to provide an effective solution strong enough to save us from the grip of our sinful nature.

To be honest, any other course of action we might come up with, is pointless and ineffective against sin. The only viable and truthful option available is the path that Jesus Christ has presented to us.

"For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and all are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus" (Romans 3:23-24).

What once was hopeless is now hopeful. Faith in what He has done in the past, is doing presently, and will do tomorrow is our only real, changeless, and eternal hope (John 3:16-17).

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21; Romans 5:12; Ephesians 1:7; Hebrews 9:28; John 5:14 

Prayer: "Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right[a] spirit within me." - Psalm 51:10

May God bless you!

Brandi