Whoever has been born of God does not sin, for His seed remains in him; and he cannot sin because he has been born of God. 1 John 3:9

 Have you ever been pulled over by the police for speeding? When asked by the officer if you knew you were speeding, you have two responses: Yes, I know I was speeding OR no, I was unaware of my speed or the actual speed limit. You are either deliberately speeding and know the consequences OR you are unaware of your speed but still broke the law.

 As a child of God, you can say that sin is either deliberate or you are not paying much attention and find yourself sinning without intention of doing so. Today’s passage makes it pretty clear about sin. If you are born of God, you won’t intentionally sin, as His seed remains in you (His Holy Spirit).

 We all sin, and most of the time we never intend to do so, it just happens. Satan is quite crafty in that way and can lead you down a path of regret before you are aware of the dept of darkness you find yourself. God’s grace and mercy, through the shed blood of Jesus Christ, offers forgiveness in those circumstances.

 For if we sin willfully after we have received the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins. Hebrews 10:26

 If you find yourself living in purposeful sin, you must seriously ask yourself if you have truly accepted Jesus Christ as your Savior. God doesn’t operate in the gray areas of your life. Revelation 3:16 says: So then, because you are lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will vomit you out of My mouth. You are either with God or against Him. God gives every human being “free will” to choose.

 If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9

 Maybe it’s time to evaluate your position in Christ. God is ready to receive your acknowledgement of sin, request His forgiveness and willingness to turn from living in it. Ask forgiveness today and make sure your relationship with Him is secure for all eternity. God bless!