Adam had it right when he covered himself with fig leaves. It's not that he thought it would cover his sin. He knew this was impossible. But he suddenly recognized his own weakness, and he doesn't try to battle it. Instead, he covers it. Out of sight, out of mind. But when God asks him why, he comes clean, accepts his punishment, and and continues to cover himself. Now that's how we're suppose to do it.
When you fall, admit it. Don't make excuses, don't pass the blame. Now that doesn't mean scrutinize, or put yourself through the wringer. Adam didn't tell God about all the terror and horro that would happen because of his sin. God asked him a question and he answered it. "...and I did eat."
Accept the consequences. Sin always causes something bad. It usually causes something bad here in this life. There's nothing wrong with praying for relief, but always be ready to accept the consequences.
When you can't beat it, hide from it. Adam found shame in himself, and covered it. So should we. Not so much in our bodies (that's pretty obvious) but in our minds. We can't spend our time fighting temptation. We're likely to loose, especially with that serpent still spreading his venom. No, we have to cover it with something else. If you find yourself loosing patience, it won't do any good to try to talk yourself out of it. You're better off putting a prayer in place of your anger. And then move on. Put your hands and your mind to use. It's like the old challenge "Don't think pink." You can't do it. You're thinking pink right now aren't you. In order to stop thinking pink, you need to think 'blue'.
Written by Copy For Sale writers: http://copyforsale.com
Copy For Sale lets you use all religious articles for FREE. No link is required, but we sure appreciate it at http://copyforsale.com
Lincoln Stretch rentals Alsip ..In my yard are quarter-circles of grass growing taller than... Read More
For some of us, spirituality is considered a religion, and... Read More
Ephesians 4:4-6 indicates that Christians ought to practice one single... Read More
"Self-Actualization" is the process of making our self "actual." Our... Read More
Over the past few years I have watched the popularity... Read More
ADDICTION: - There are numerous obsessions and addictions which prevent... Read More
Did you ever see something go wrong around you and... Read More
An interesting question arose within a poetry workshop I attended... Read More
(Channelled)Roy, what a marvellous job you are doing on your... Read More
The practice of meditating on loving-kindness may be over two... Read More
Matthew 22:37-39 Jesus said unto him, "Thou shalt love the... Read More
For me, the best poetry stirs my soul; it awakens... Read More
We have all heard the phrase, "follow your nose". This... Read More
Many of you already own several lucky charms or talismans.... Read More
"The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken... Read More
Setting boundaries is a common expression that we hear almost... Read More
It's human nature to point a finger when we think... Read More
It's not exactly a news flash that we live in... Read More
I have a confession.I used to have doubts about God's... Read More
Though closely akin and sometimes used synonymously, John Rawls distinguish... Read More
1. The name Uriel means "Light of God" or "Flame... Read More
Feeling restless? Is part of you calling out for change,... Read More
Can I be honest with you? There are days when... Read More
In one forum, one participant posted this query:I think quite... Read More
In Corrogue I am seeking the source of inner beauty.This... Read More
Western Springs shuttle limo ..As Christians, we know we need God in every aspect... Read More
Mrs. Dixon the famous prognosticator and psychic to the stars... Read More
I am sure many of you reading this article have... Read More
Let's take a look at all these aspects. The bible... Read More
Worldwide extensive research is being published related to the mind-body... Read More
INTRODUCTIONSpiritual affirmations are positive, statements of intention, that facilitate manifestation.... Read More
When we feel that something has gone wrong and are... Read More
There is no incident in the life of Moses which... Read More
Recently, I received a postcard from Ireland. Without reading the... Read More
Most of us are familiar with the inner criticism and... Read More
The formula for spiritual growth is given briefly in 2... Read More
Even Pandora and her box come in two versions. In... Read More
It is tough being here on this plane. You have... Read More
Prayer from a child's simple bedtime prayer, to the prayers... Read More
We hear this word so often and have one thing... Read More
John 15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that... Read More
In part one, I described an existence that is absolute,... Read More
The Apocalypse, or unveilling, is the name given to the... Read More
'Jesus answered, are there not twelve hours in a day?... Read More
In this series I would like to take you through... Read More
No one, not even God can make us choose the... Read More
Life is growth. For many people life is like a... Read More
As soon as he saw me I saw him. It... Read More
Some say praising Jesus is just singing. Others say it... Read More
Unless God has changed the way he does things it... Read More
Spirituality |