We are almost to the midway point in our summer study of The Pursuit of Holiness. We are reminded this week in Chapter 7 that Christians are delivered from sin, united with Christ, and indwelt by the Holy Spirit for help in our daily battle against sin.
In Chapter 8 we learn when a believer sins it is by choice; we have the ability to say no to the temptation to sin. Bridges closes this chapter by stating that “only as we accept our responsibility and appropriate God’s provisions will we make any progress in our pursuit of holiness.”
How have these chapters challenged you in your daily walk? How will you apply what you have learned? We'll accept comments for these chapters through July 14. We will cover Chapter 9 during the week of July 15 - 21. We look forward to reading about your thoughts and insights.
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Why is it that the most profound truths seem to always be wrapped in the simple? I sooo needed to be reminded of the truth which completely motivated me to live it. Now who wants to admit they struggle with sin? I don't want to admit it, but it's true, I struggle with sin in my life. Through this study I realized I had forgotten the truth, which these chapters pointed out. I didn't realize that I wasn't being obedient in that area of my life until this chapter. So this week I have once again taken responsibility for my sin and am walking obediently! Knowing the truth, being reminded of the truth and applying the truth has such dramatic effect-I am repeatedly able to say no to that sin in my life!!!
How are these chapters effecting you?
I agree that most times what we think to be so hard is really so simple and it is profound when we are made aware of it. These chapters reminded me that God allows the battles of sin in my life to strengthen me, and that sin doesn't rule my life but God does as long as I choose to follow Him. I always have to remember that I can't just sit back and think I have no action, it is my job to act on what God is showing me but I have to remember when I am walking upright I should never allow pride to seep in as the glory should all be go to God, not my own. In the end, God will help me and strengthen me if I try and walk according to His will, but I must at least be trying to walk!
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