The Jesus Bible Reading PlanNäide

THE CYCLE OF SIN

Sin is never satisfied — it festers, grows, spreads and destroys all things in its path. The unnamed Levite and the people of Gibeah illustrate the depth of depravity of which humans are capable. There seemed to be no end to the self-centeredness of mankind apart from God’s gracious intervention. This reality was compounded in the seasons when the nation was without human leaders; though, even when they had leaders they proved to be incapable of consistent obedience. They needed a deliverer, a Savior, to break the cycle of sin, condemnation and death.

Paul declared that Jesus’ once-for-all sacrifice breaks the death-grip of sin and sets believers free to live a righteous life (Ro 6:15 – 23). Whereas the just outcome of sin is death, the fruit of Jesus’ work is freedom, joy and holiness. Jesus’ victory is the only power great enough to break the power of sin within the nation of Israel and all of humanity.

Jesus, thank you for rescuing me from sin. Help me to not give sin any kind of foothold, so I can live in your freedom, joy and holiness. Amen.