Opening Verse
“For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live.” – Romans 8:13 (KJV)
Introduction
Sin is not something to be taken lightly. It is a deadly enemy, one that must be eradicated from our lives without hesitation. Too often, we allow sin to linger, thinking we can manage it, control it, or hide it. But the truth is, sin is a destroyer, and if we do not kill it, it will kill us.
Devotional Story
A man once thought he could tame a wild beast. He fed it, cared for it, and even gave it a place in his home. For a time, the beast seemed manageable. But one day, the man turned his back, and the beast, true to its nature, attacked him. What he thought he could control ended up controlling him, and ultimately, it destroyed him.
This is exactly how sin operates in our lives. It may seem small or insignificant at first. We might think we can keep it in check, but sin always grows. It always seeks to devour, and if we allow it to stay in our lives, it will consume us.
What This Means
The Bible is clear: sin leads to death. But through the power of the Holy Spirit, we have the ability to “mortify the deeds of the body.” This means we must put to death the sinful habits, thoughts, and actions in our lives. We cannot afford to be passive. We must be active in seeking out and destroying sin before it takes root and spreads.
Think About This
Are there sins in your life that you’ve allowed to linger? Have you been trying to manage or control them instead of putting them to death? Today is the day to stop playing games with sin. Confess it to God, repent, and take steps to remove it completely from your life. Remember, sin will either be killing you, or you will be killing sin.
Prayer
Lord, I confess that I have allowed sin to live in my life. I have tried to manage it, but I see now that it must be destroyed. Give me the strength through Your Holy Spirit to put to death the deeds of the flesh. Help me to live a life that is pure and pleasing to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Closing Verse
“Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry.” – Colossians 3:5 (KJV)