But when John rebuked Herod the tetrarch because of Herodias, his brother's wife, and all the other evil things he had done, Herod added this to them all: He locked John up in prison. Luke 3:19-20
What extra sin will we commit that defines our entire life?
For Herod, it was locking John the Baptist in prison. For Judas Iscariot, it was betraying Jesus. For many in our day, it is some indiscretion that landed on the front page of the local newspaper. Why is it that we continually push the limits? When will we listen and understand? Sin leads to death - the death of a dream - the death of a ministry - the death of a soul without Christ.
So why are we as Christians still intrigued by sin's wiles and ways - knowing what we do?
Lord, today I acknowledge my unworthiness. Without the cross of Christ, we are destined to eternal separation and death. With the cross, we live eternally in Your presence. Help me to remember that my eternal life began the moment I accepted the gift of Your Son. Death is not a foregone conclusion; it isn't even an option.
Wash me in Your grace, Lord, so I am defined by You and Your unfailing mercy.