Christianity Oasis Forum

[Lani]

Read: Galatians 2:15-20
We who are Jews by nature, and not sinners of the Gentiles,
16 Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.
17 But if, while we seek to be justified by Christ, we ourselves also are found sinners, is therefore Christ the minister of sin? God forbid.
18 For if I build again the things which I destroyed, I make myself a transgressor.
19 For I through the law am dead to the law, that I might live unto God.
20 I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.


If anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous; and he is atoning sacrifice for our sins. 1 John 2:1-2 (NRSV)



The air conditioning in our home needs maintenance every three months to clear the accumulation of dust from the air filter. Otherwise the air duct gets blocked and water from condensation starts to drip inside our house.

Similarly, wrongs that accumulate in a Christian's life can be a hindrance. However, God has provided a way to clear this accumulation of sin fro our lives. First John 1:9 reminds us, "If we confess our sins, he who is faithful and just will forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

When we try to live the Christian life only by our own strength, we will struggle and feel defeated. But we can experience victorious life in Christ when we confess our sins and depend on the power of the Holy Spirit.


Prayer: Gracious Father, thank you that we can confess our sins, for you are faithful to forgive us. Amen.

Prayer Focus of Day: Those feeling defeated in their faith

Thought for the Day:Confession is necessary to live a victorious life in Christ.

Story shared by: M. Ling (Singapore)
Source: Upper Room Daily Devotional 6/25/11