Devotion today ! Personal Accountability A man sits opposite me, his face buried in his hands, sobbing. Life has become unbearable. Mistakes, poor judgement, and sins have taken their toll. I ask him to explain his plight. He shakes his head and whispers, Its just my burden to bear. He stood and slowly walked away, taking his burden with him. Had he stayed a few more moments, I would have introduced him to the One who can lift our burdens. Yes, this man was bearing the consequences of his choices. Yes, the burden was his; he could blame no one else. He was reaping what he had sown. He alone was personally accountable before God. Once we own up to our personal accountability, repent of our sins, and receive Christ, our burden bearer, He lifts the burden from our shoulders. All heavy-laden people can be set free from the burden of their sin through faith in Jesus. Thats the gospel; thats good news. Followers of Jesus can enter this burden-lifting process. We can help bear others burdens. We can offer counsel, pray, and witness to the saving grace of God through faith in Jesus. Dont wish for a few more moments. Instead, share the message of being free of the burden of sin with others today. (Father, teach me to take responsibility for my own actions and thoughts. Help me deposit my burdens at the cross.) Galatians 6:4-8
Posted on: Tue, 12 Nov 2013 18:15:06 +0000
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