ARTICLES
2 Important Things to Remember about Fighting Sin—Romans 7:13-25
The longer I am a Christian, the more I realize how great a sinner I am. Here are two important things to remember about fighting sin from Romans 7:13-25.
8 Practical Ways to Flee from Temptation in the Moment
“‘The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak’” (Matt. 26:41). There are times when it’s especially difficult to resist acting upon our sinful desires. Here are eight practical things you can do to flee temptation in the moment.
Undergoing the Powerful Scalpel of God’s Truth
Sometimes we avoid the truth because it seems too painful for us to receive for one reason or another. If we fear truth’s incision, it might be that God has targeted an infected part of our life that requires careful removal.
Why Do Christians Continue to Struggle Against Sin?
Why do Christians, who are new creations in Christ, continue to struggle against sin? Here’s a short explanation and encouragement to keep pressing on.
Blood and Water: The Christian Fight for Holiness
Jesus died not only to free us from punishment but also to wash us and make us clean. We are free to walk in this new life, we will want to walk in this new life, and we must walk in this new life. This is sanctification.
9 Ways to Kill Sin in Your Life
A true believer may still have a powerful indwelling sin that consumes his or her heart with trouble, weakening the soul. Here are nine ways to mortify sin in the life of the Christian.
All Sins Are Not Alike: Sexual Immorality, Chastity, and Wisdom
Because of the sexual revolution, we hardly know what chastity is any more. In some circles it has become axiomatic that sexual sins are no worse and no different from any other sins. What are the two classes of sin, and why is it important for Christians to recognize the difference?