Christians, when we wallow in the world, we’re doing so much more than satisfying flesh or “tripping” or “being human.” We are rejecting God’s instruction. The same God who sent Jesus into the world to die for our sins calls us to holiness–a holiness made possible by Jesus’ sacrifice. Do we really want to reject God? Do we want to ignore the Holy Spirit’s prompting for a few minutes of worldly pleasure? God gave us so much. The least we can give Him is our dedication.
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