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A man is caught betraying his marital covenant and he is excused
by his wife and others because ‘he’s a man’ and ‘that’s how men are’. A
woman lashes out at a friend and humiliates her during a disagreement
and she feels justified because she was angry. A child lies to her
parents and thinks that it is ok because the truth would have gotten
her in trouble. These are just three examples of people excusing
themselves and others because of their ‘inability’ to do what is right
when it matters most – in the most difficult circumstances. ‘The flesh
made me do it’ is their disingenuous plea, in a bid to circumvent
responsibility or avoid confrontation.
I admit that
confrontation and guilt can become an unpleasant burden, but it is one
worth carrying, or better yet, surrendering to the Lord, who is able to
forgive and make reconciliation. A face-to-face standoff with ourselves
often reveals our unwanted ugliness and sinfulness, and this is not
what we like..
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Buyaah 