It has always seemed that a fear of judgment is the mark of guilt and the burden of insecurity.
Criss JamiWe tend to think that refusing to exalt Christ is staying true to our self-will and personal freedom when really we are condemning ourselves. Sure, we can pretend to stay true to ourselves, but if you want to talk about reality, all of that is completely trivial if this life is an island and He's the only pilot with a plane and a flight plan.
Criss JamiJust because something isn't a lie does not mean that it isn't deceptive. A liar knows that he is a liar, but one who speaks mere portions of truth in order to deceive is a craftsman of destruction.
Criss JamiFaithfulness imparts God's reason for all circumstances. No matter what the world says, losing is no longer an option.
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