Sin (when we stumble, mess up, wrong another, hurt ourselves, etc.) is a reality of life. Sin is part of our nature, because we are not perfect. Sin is that which destroys the world. Some people aren't aware of this fact, and sin with abandon, not realizing the damage they're doing. Others are hyper-aware of it, and dwell on their sins and the sins of everybody else... to the point that becomes sin itself. If you've ever been caught in a lie, you can probably relate to this proverb. Our motivation to not sin should not be based on the fear of God's wrath, but rather on the consequences of our sins. I believe that God desires us to flee from sin, not because it might hurt God, but because it hurts us, his created children. That's the way God loves us, and it's why he's shown us the way through Jesus Christ. So go... and sin no more.
Readings: Hosea 1:1-3:5; 1 John 5:1-21; Psalm 124:1-8; Proverbs 29:5-8
