Destruction

So many times we fail to see how destructive our sin really is. We try and justify it and even give ourselves props for the times we wanted to sin and didn't. The problem is that we are desensitized to it. We do not hate sin as He hates it! You see, if that were the case, then we would never allow it to rule and reign over us. But alas, it does. We forget to put on our armor in the battle. We believe we are conditioned enough to handle it on our own. We start to hang around it and act surprised when it overtakes us. We are stupid to the power of sin. Why do we act like it is no big deal and that grace is sufficient? Why do we act like spoiled children of God? Forgive out complacent hearts. Purge our selfish thoughts. Give us strength to flee from temptation and the wisdom to stay far from sin. Sober us to the weight of sin and its consequences. To ourselves, our family and friends, our loved ones. Help us to rely upon You and Your example to combat sin. Give us the courage and desire to say no in the face of temptation and to pray. Lord, give us Your heart on sin. Sin that separates. Sin that causes death and destruction. Sin that breaks Your heart. Help us to function as You would when sin is ready to overtake us. Make prayer a priority in our lives. Fill us with the power of the Holy Spirit. Focus our minds on the word You have given us. Then, give us Your heart of grace when others fail as we do. Pour Your grace into our lives so that we can love those who are caught in the snares of sin. Give us victory so we can encourage those who feel like they cannot go on. Motivate us to be the children You have called and raised us to be. Help us to reflect and resemble our Father.