1 Kings 17:15-16

[15] So she did as Elijah said, and she and Elijah and her family continued to eat for many days. [16] There was always enough flour and olive oil left in the containers, just as the Lord had promised through Elijah.

In 1 Kings 17:8-16 we read the story of God instructing Elijah to go into a new city and there he’d find a widow who would provide food for his needs. Sure enough she was there gathering sticks to build a fire to bake bread for herself and her son. The sad part of this story was she only had enough flour and oil for one small loaf of bread, after that they'd starve to death. When Elijah asked her to give him a loaf of bread first she must have thought this would be the end of her, but because Elijah was a man of God, she did as instructed. 

As we read on, to her amazement there were more than enough ingredients to make bread for Elijah and herself and son. Because of her obedience, God continued to provide oil and flour to sustain them for days on end.

I've had similar experiences in my life where my resources were low, almost gone, yet God was faithful to provide for my needs, oftentimes doubling those resources. God can and will do the same for you when you put your faith and trust in Him to supply all your needs. 

I Thessalonians 5:24 He who calls you is faithful, who also will do it.

 Psalms 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God, And renew a steadfast spirit within me.

Here in the South, we are wrapping up the Spring blooming season, where pollen fills the sky and covers every square inch of ground, building, vehicle, and person. This year has seen an overwhelming amount of pollen, breaking a 20 year record. One of the challenges during this time of year is keeping your vehicle clean. You can wash your car today and tomorrow it will be covered in yellow pollen and need another washing. 

I'm willing to bet today's verse was written in the Springtime. Its author knew his heart needed a daily cleaning from the worldly covering of sin, lust, pride, greed, unrighteous behavior, and whatever else was staining the heart that day. As Christians living in today's world, it's easy to get caught up in the pollen of sin that can choke out the breath of God's Holy Spirit, leaving that child of God vulnerable to spiritual sickness. That's why it's so important to ask God to cleanse the heart of sin, almost hourly, so the Holy Spirit has room to fulfill God's purpose for your life. 

I highly recommend you commit today's verse to memory and let it be repeated in a prayer to God as often necessary to keep you unspotted from the world. 

I Peter 2:11-12 NKJV

[11] Beloved, I beg you as sojourners and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts which war against the soul, [12] having your conduct honorable among the Gentiles, that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may, by your good works which they observe, glorify God in the day of visitation. 

 Galatians 6:2 Share each other’s burdens, and in this way obey the law of Christ. 

Saturday night, my wife and I attended a gospel singing concert. Midway through the program I noticed the minister walk down to the altar to pray. Almost immediately a group of people surrounded him. As he and the others finished, he was about to walk back to his pew when he noticed his wife was still kneeling in prayer, so he turned around and knelt by her side. 

Today's verse challenges us to pray for one another. Spouses definitely need to cover each other in prayer as it helps keep the bond of marriage intact. So many forces of evil scheme to hurt and destroy relationships blessed by God. If you could truly see into the spiritual world, you'd understand why prayer is important to protect and ward off the temptations, frustrations, and sometimes resentful attitudes that could easily cause division among the husband and wife. 

If you are married, pray for each other. If you are single, pray for your future partner, that God would protect them from harmful things that could scar their heart, bringing unnecessary baggage into your future marriage. We all need to pray for one another. It's a privilege and honor to cover others with your prayers. 

 Jesus said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them, for of such is the kingdom of God.” “Assuredly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it.” Mark 10:14-15

 The two weekends leading up to Easter our church held an Easter production entitled “He’s Alive”. Three thousand people attended the 4-night production. On one of those nights, a 7-year-old child and his grandfather were in attendance. During the scene where Jesus was mocked and beaten, the young boy told his grandfather that someone needed to help Jesus. The boy was so visibly shaken that he left his seat and was ready to go on stage to defend Jesus, but the grandfather was able to hold him back and the play continued without interruption.

 When I heard this story, today’s verses came to mind. What a deep fondness this boy had for Jesus Christ. Although it was an act in the production, it was real to this young boy and he was ready to do all he could to save Jesus Christ from pain and suffering.

 Jesus Christ came to earth because of the same kind of love and devotion this boy showed that night. Jesus wanted to bridge the gap between us and God and only through His persecution and payment of mankind’s sins through death on a cross, He took our place of punishment so we could live a life of freedom and declared guilt-free.

 Do you have this kind of love for Jesus Christ? Do you acknowledge what pain, suffering, to the point of death that He experienced, just to save you? In Jesus’ own’s words: “Assuredly, I say to you, whoever does not received the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it.” Just like this 7-year-old boy; grow and develop your faith, appreciation, and love for Jesus Christ who saved you for eternity. God bless!

 He will feed His flock like a shepherd; He will gather the lambs with His arm, and carry them in His bosom, and gently lead those who are with young. Isaiah 40:11

 During various times of one’s life, that person will have caretakers who watch over them, care for their needs, and love them. From birth until a child is on his own, parents, and other family members, take care of them. In adult years, that person might need medical attention, thus a doctor or nurses take care of them. If they live a long time, they might require visits from a home health nurse or live in a nursing home, there staff take care of their every need, just as they were cared for as a baby. But who watches over them during those in-between times?

 I ran across todays’ verse while doing some devotional studies and thought what a beautiful verse and the perfect example of how God takes care of us every minute of our lives, providing parents, caregivers, and even during the times when we don’t think we need help, He’s always there watching over us. Take a moment and re-read Isaiah 40:11. Can you think of times when you’ve seen God’s hand provide care for you? Maybe it was a special doctor who was able to find a cure for your ailment, or you avoided a car crash by some miracle, or maybe a special person became a mentor in your life that shaped you into the person you are today.

 I recall a time when I had taken a break from college and was working minimum wage jobs, with no direction for my life. My best friend and roommate gave me a serious talk about how I needed to get my life in order by going back to college and pursuing something more meaningful. From that moment I took his advice and chose the career path that provided me a very comfortable life and now I’m enjoying the benefits of retirement. I truly believe God put my friend in my life to guide me into God’s plan for my future.

 All I can say is, God you are so good, loving, and always watching out for me. God is available to do the same for you if you are willing to let Him have control of your life, your future and eternal destiny. Give God the wheel of your life and I promise you, He’ll carry you through it with a nurturing love like no one else can provide.

 Psalms 119:71 It is good for me that I have been afflicted, That I may learn Your statutes.

No one likes to be sick, and it usually occurs when your body's immunity is low due to a lot of stress, lack of sleep, and overworked. One of the best things you can do during times of sickness is rest. Adequate rest does so much good for the human body, especially if you want to stay healthy. 

The author of today's scripture found it good for him to be afflicted as it allowed for growth in spiritual wisdom. Affliction causes us to slow down and gives time to evaluate what has happened and what went wrong spiritually. If this verse applies to you, you know that during the process of affliction, you've reached for your Bible to read it for help or encouragement, you've prayed more often, and possibly sought spiritual counseling. Through it all, you grew closer to God, gained spiritual wisdom, and hopefully was able to hear the voice of God speak directly to your heart. I can honestly say I've experienced these moments of spiritual renewal during times of great affliction, and it's helped me refine my day to day choices. 

The next time you find yourself afflicted, whether it's physical or spiritual in nature, seek out God's guidance, He might have allowed this affliction to slow you down so you can hear Him more clearly. You'll be glad you did. God bless. 

 I Peter 4:8 And above all things have fervent love for one another, for “love will cover a multitude of sins.” 

Happy Easter everyone. Today we celebrate our risen Savior, Jesus Christ, who died a horrible death on a Roman cross, to make payment for the sins of mankind. He became the sacrificial lamb. No longer do we have to sacrifice an animal for our sins, Jesus took the place of that requirement. Why?

There's one word in today's verse that explains the why, “fervent”. That word is defined as displaying a passionate intensity. That's the kind of love God has for you and me. He took on your sins in the form of human flesh, Jesus Christ, because of His passionate love for us. 

As humans, He wants to have a personal relationship with each of us, but that can only happen by surrendering yourself to Him, asking Jesus to come into your heart and forgive your sins. Once saved, you need to express the kind of love God has for you to others. Through this intense love, you can reshape the world around you. 

Who can you share the love of God with today? 

 Romans 13:14 But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to fulfill its lusts.

How wise would it be for a recovering alcoholic to sit at a bar, a person with a gambling addiction to walk through a casino, or a shopaholic visit a mall? If they are truly in the process of breaking their addictions, they must not put themselves in the very place that tempts them. The battle against sin’s temptation is strong; like a mouse desiring that piece of cheese on the mouse trap, it's dangerous to one's soul, and left unfiltered it will take root in your life to the point it becomes a part of you. 

So how can you break the cycle? Today's verse encourages you to not make provision for the temptation. Trust me, when you release your weaknesses over to God, He will help you, but that also requires you to do your part. How? Stop setting yourself up for disaster. That may involve removing people from your life, turning off the internet during your weakest moments, avoiding certain places that tempt you, paying for your gas at the pump…not inside where you'd be tempted to buy a pack of cigarettes, liquor, or lottery tickets. 

I John 5:19 We know that we are of God, and the whole world lies under the sway of the wicked one.

You might be a child of God, but that doesn't mean you are sheltered from sin in this world. Evil is all around you: on television, internet, magazine ads, music; Satan has a chest full of tools he uses to tempt you into sin. Don't entertain any of them. Destroy them if necessary, for it's better to be without than to be enslaved to your old way of life. 

 John 19:38 After this, Joseph of Arimathea, being a disciple of Jesus, but secretly, for fear of the Jews, asked Pilate that he might take away the body of Jesus; and Pilate gave him permission. So he came and took the body of Jesus. 

Today we celebrate Good Friday, the day when Jesus Christ, God's Son, was crucified on a Roman cross and died. For the average person, thoughts of someone's death doesn't sound good, much less worth celebrating; but for the Christian, it is their entire existence, their hope, and their assurance of an eternal relationship with God. 

Jesus came to save mankind from their sins by dying, then raised back to life 3 days later, defeating death. Jesus made payment for the sins of mankind. Are your sins covered by the blood of Jesus? If so, your life should exemplify that of Christ. 

Sadly, many who claim to be Christians hide their faith from others in fear of ridicule, rejection, even persecution for some. Today's verse gives an example of one of Jesus' disciples who lived in secret for fear of his reputation and life. But, inspired by God, he came out from hiding and approached Pilate with the request of Jesus' dead body. I'm sure he was fearful to the core, but it was His moment to let the entire world know who he respected and loved. His actions played a crucial role in the burial of Jesus and proof of His resurrection.

Easter might not mean much to some people, other than a family get together and egg hunting for the kids, but you know the real reason and you have the opportunity to show your world who you love and respect. If you've been hiding your faith, now is the time to come out in boldness to proclaim the truth of this Easter holiday. Without your testimony, many will continue on a path towards Hell. Share your faith this Easter! God bless. 

 Jesus said to them, “He who is without sin among you let him throw a stone at her first.” John 8:7

 Social media has become a source of news for many people. When you read about someone’s arrest, everyone is quick to judge and offer punishments for the offender, sometimes even death. Many of those who comment don’t even know the person, much less the entire situation, but are quick to judge and it becomes a feeding frenzy on that person. That person’s character is marked forever by people’s opinions and their family suffers from the negative comments.

 In today’s passage, a woman was caught in the act of adultery and brought before Jesus to get His opinion on what should be done to her. Jewish law required that person be stoned to death, yet Jesus had a different view of the situation. Anyone who was without sin should be the first to cast a stone. Well, the ONLY ONE in the room qualified was Jesus Christ Himself. One by one, the accusers walked out of the room, leaving only Jesus and this woman.

 When Jesus had raised Himself up and saw no one but the woman, HE said to her, “Woman, where are those accusers of yours? Has no one condemned you?” She said, “No one Lord.” And Jesus said to her, “Neither do I condemn you; go and sin no more.” John 8:10-11

 I ask you; how does God expect us to respond?

 Jesus didn’t condemn her, but forgave her and said for her not to sin any longer. Although we are not in a position to grant forgiveness, we are in a position to pray for that person, and those involved in the situation.

Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.   James 5:16. When you pray, you leave the judging to God and ask for His help to heal that person of their sins so they will sin no more in that manner. Who do you know today that needs your prayers?

 He who says he abides in Him ought himself also to walk just as He walked. 1 John 2:6

 Growing up on a farm there was a lot of mud to walk through, and snow in the winter months. When I would accompany my dad, I always made sure he walked before me and I used his footprints to step in, keeping me from getting stuck in the mud or covering my feet with deep snow. It was not an easy task as he was much taller than myself and his stride was long. But, over time I grew up and was able to keep in step with him.

 As a child of God, you could relate my story to today’s verse. As a Christian, are you walking in the same manner as Jesus Christ? Stop reading for 30 seconds and truly evaluate how you are living.

 If you are like me, there are probably areas that you still struggle to keep in step with Jesus Christ. Let’s face it, He was perfect, and we as humans are imperfect. God knew mankind was incapable of being perfect, that’s why He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to be the example and to make payment for our sins. Growing in Christ is maturing your faith and trust in Him, as He leads you through the many challenges of life. As you mature, your stride becomes longer and you find yourself a little closer to Jesus Christ every day.

 How can you mature? Reading God’s word daily to understand His heart, praying for God’s protection and wisdom, and most importantly walking in obedience. Obedience is not what saves you, but it will keep you close enough to Him for you to learn His ways even better and the blessings follow as you remain faithful to walk as He walked.

 Proverbs 16:18 Pride goes before destruction, And a haughty spirit before a fall.

Sin is the most dangerous thing a child of God can entangle himself with; it's toxic to the soul, it grieves the Holy Spirit living inside, and it's a tool the Devil uses to bring harm to the relationship between you and God. Why then do we struggle with sin?

Today's verse sheds light on this very question. PRIDE! Pride is something we all possess at varying degrees. Pride equates to the confidence we think we possess to overcome evil, yet we open the door to sin, thinking we have it under control. This my friend is where pride comes before destruction. 

Let me give you an example. Let's say you build a house, you use quality lumber but cheaply made nails. Your confidence in the lumber gives you assurance it will support the weight of the house. Over time though, those cheaply made nails fail and the entire structure collapses. This is the same with pride, you might think you can handle it, but scripture says differently. 

Ephesians 6:12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.  

The only way to overcome pride is surrendering all of yourself to the Holy Spirit. No amount of human strength can outwit the power of satanic powers, only by allowing God's Spirit to be the ruler of your life. 

Whatever sin(s) you battle can be overcome, not by your pride, confidence, or personal strength, but by letting God take control. Admit your weaknesses and remove the stumbling block of pride so He can work in your life. 

Matthew 5:5 Blessed are the meek, For they shall inherit the earth.

 II Corinthians 11:14 And no wonder! For Satan himself transforms himself into an angel of light. 

A while back, I had to use my phone's GPS to get me to a destination I've never been. I selected the location and hit start. As I journeyed to my destination I had a sense of confidence, trusting this technology, but as I got closer, things didn't appear as they should. Upon arrival I realized I was at the wrong location and discovered I selected the wrong business. If only I had studied the route first, I would have known the correct path to my intended destination. 

Today's verse might come to a surprise to you, that Satan could be an imitation of God's light, but remember, he once was a highly valued angel in heaven who became obsessed with power. So yes, he can resemble a light. This is why it's so important to study God's word to ensure you are headed towards your intended destination, Heaven. Satan is a deceiver and will make you believe how you are living your life is God pleasing, even blessed by Him, but the truth is you could be following a light that ends in complete darkness. 

Maybe you are at the crossroads of a divorce, a new relationship, a business deal, a new purchase, maybe even choosing a new church to attend. Check the book, the truth of God's word, found in the Bible. It will never steer you down a path towards destruction, but God's blessings and will not only benefit you, but bring honor to God. 

The Christian life isn't that complicated, especially when you rely on the trusted roadmap of God's word. Pray about your decisions and ask God to reveal the truth and His light so you'll always be on the narrow path, the only path, to Heaven. God bless. 

 Your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying: “This is the way, walk in it.” Isaiah 30:21

 I’ve mentioned this in other blogs, but it’s worth sharing again, God always gives you the best directions as you navigate life. Just like a phone’s GPS, God guides you down varying roads to get you to His intended purpose for your life. His plan may not always be your favorite route, but you can be assured it will get you there, on time, and without being diverted or held up by other situations. Sometimes opportunities come up that seem appealing and you are tempted to pursue them, but God closes those doors when He knows they won’t do you in favors in the long run.

 How do I know this, let me share a story with you. Many years ago, I had just got married and working weekends put a damper on our family plans to do fun things. I began looking into different jobs that were Monday thru Friday with good hours. After interviewing for several jobs, I was told I was either over qualified or they selected someone else. At some point I realized that too many doors were being closed for a purpose and I changed my attitude about my current employment and things got better for me at work. I became more successful at my tasks; my performance appraisals were excellent and I realized God had His hand in the situation.

 Today, I am 2 years into my retirement at age 59 and reaping the benefits of sticking with my job, as it has provided me a pension and a savings account to meet my needs. Even though I was looking for better opportunities, God was keeping me on track with closed doors.

 Friend, if you are a child of God, then you must trust God for His guidance and direction. You might encounter closed doors, be thankful for them, as they are part of God’s plan to provide a future of blessing and enjoyment, more than anything you could ever imagine. God loves you and will always give you His best when you put your faith and trust in His guidance! God bless!

 So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath; for the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God. James 1:19-20

 If you follow the stock market, you know it has been up and down basically on a daily basis. For investors, especially those with their retirement savings locked up in stocks, it can be an emotional rollercoaster, leaving one to stir up anger, fear, and simply just loose it.

 Today’s verses give some great advice on how to handle the challenges and difficulties in life: slow down! As seen in many videos and broadcasted in the news, people are losing their cool and causing harm to others and themselves. Road rage has become the norm, resulting in injury, even death. As humans, we are always watchful for ourselves, but sometimes our pride can get us into a lot of trouble without much effort, by the words we say, thoughts we entertain, and most of all our actions.

 There are plenty of things to get upset about in this life. I can assure you I speak from experience (and this blog is probably meant more for me than you). We just need to slow down in life, trust that God has enough grace and mercy for our fellow man, and let God dish out the judgement and revenge instead of us. When we do this, we create an atmosphere of peace instead of anger, frustration, and sometimes even hate. Letting go of the things that are out of our control and letting God deal with them is a plus for you and the other guy who cut you off at the intersection, said fighting words, or simply just annoyed you for no good reason.

 Be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath, and see how your frustrations turn into opportunities to show who is the Lord of your life! God bless!

 For we are God’s fellow workers; you are God’s field, you are God’s building. 1 Corinthians 3:9

 Think about it, without nails a building would not stand, without seeds nothing would grow, and without you there would be a void of your influence on others. Everything in this world needs something else to work.

 Today’s scripture reminds God’s children that we are His workers, we are God’s field, and we are God’s building. Everything about us and our lives exist to advance the gospel of Jesus Christ to a lost and dying world. Whether you know it or not, God uses every person’s talent to make His plan to reach the lost work, that even includes people who are disabled, sick, and even unto death. Nothing happens in the life of a Christian without it being a part of God’s perfect plan.

 As children of God, we need to always make ourselves available for His operations. Surrendering your life to Christ is more than having faith in Jesus Christ, it’s complete surrender of your plans, pursuits, and passions for His. You might think that is unfair, but the truth be told, God blesses His children when they relinquish these things for something better. We are not put here to sever self, we are here to serve others through the plans and purpose God has for each one of us, including you.

 Maybe you don’t feel as if your life is worthy of His kingdom work, or you don’t believe you have any talents for Him to put into play. You’d be wrong to think in that manner, and actually you are limiting what God can do through your weaknesses by believing you don’t have anything to offer. All He wants is a surrendered soul, and He’ll take over from there. Are you ready to be used by God in a mighty way? Surrender yourself today and see what God can do in and through your life. God bless!

 A fool despises his father’s instructions, but he who receives correction is prudent. Proverbs 15:5

 During my career, I became a supervisor in the last 14 years of employment. During the first part of my promotion, I had to hire someone to fill a recent vacancy. During the interview process, one candidate stood out among the rest, but my manager advised not to choose that person based on his experience. Well, I chose them and things went well at first, but several years following, that person became the thorn in my career and made life short of miserable. Looking back, I wished I had heeded my manger’s advice.

 Growing up I always heard the advice to: “listen to your elders”. Those who’ve lived much longer, have gone through the painful experiences that have given them wisdom to share with those much younger and with very little experience. What if we took their advice with all seriousness, our lives would probably be less burdensome and stressful. But, we always think we know best and have to learn the hard way.

 Without counsel, plans go awry, but in the multitude of counselors they are established. Proverbs 15:22

 Maybe you are young, coming up through the ranks in your job, or maybe you are simply a teenager or young adult learning how to navigate life. Take my advice, seek counsel on matters from those who’ve done it before you and heed their wisdom, it might just save you much grief and make life a little easier. Those seasoned people have resources available to help you grow and develop into a person of wisdom without the pain of making wrong choices. Life doesn’t give you second chances, use what God has given you through the advice of others. God bless!  

 Phillip found Nathanael and said to him, “We have found Him of whom Moses in the law, and also the prophets, wrote – Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joesph.” And Nathanel said to him, “Can anything good come out of Nazareth?” Phillip said, “Come and see”. John 1:45-46

 Most larger cities have neighboring towns that are small and people believe not much good comes from them, whether it’s the people, lack of businesses, or issues with crime. Many people have a prejudice towards those smaller towns without really knowing the people of those communities. Truth be told, there are probably many good people in them and their lives are much better off than those in the big cities.

 That was exactly the case in today’s verses. Prophets foretold that a Savior would come out of Nazareth, yet when Phillip told Nathanel he found Jesus Christ of Nazareth, the Savior of mankind, Nathanel had doubts because of where He came from. In Nathanael’s mind, nothing good could have come from that community.

 The same could be said of some people’s view of churches and the people who attend their services.  Unchurched people have a prejudice towards church attendees because of what they’ve heard through other’s opinions, actions of those who claim to be “Christians”, or bad news published in the media about church leaders who’ve fallen prey to worldly lusts. Because of their prejudices, they don’t’ want any part of a church or the people who attend them. Sadly, this is the case for millions of people, some who live right across the street from a church. Maybe you fall into this category.

 If church attendance is not on your Sunday morning agenda, I encourage you to stop relying on your personal opinions, and be like Nathael, come see for yourself what really goes on in that church building. You might be pleasantly surprised by the love that greets you upon entry, and the sound doctrine that is preached from the pulpit. You might actually see those half-hearted Christians kneel at the altar, seeking God’s forgiveness. They are no different than yourself, people just living life in this world, trying to be better people for God to bless. Why not make plans to attend a church this Sunday and see it for yourself.

 

 For You, Lord, are good, and ready to forgive, and abundant in mercy to all those who call upon You. Psalm 86:5

 Back in high school, something bad happened between myself and one of my closest friends. We both went to the same church and actively involved in our youth group. Because of our spat, we didn’t talk to each other for months on end and it impacted the dynamics of our youth group. A group of us attended a Christian youth conference and at that conference God removed the hurt, resentment, and anger between us and our friendship was restored. Since that time, I have always tried to quickly settle up any disputes I have with others.

 Today’s verse provides encouragement for God’s children, as He is always ready to forgive and even forget our trespasses against Him. To be honest, there isn’t any living human being who can forgive as easily as your Creator.  

 Sadly though, there are many people today who believe God is unwilling to forgive them for the sins they’ve committed, isolating themselves from the blessings of His love, grace, and forgiveness.  Even some Christians battle with the question, how can God forgive me for disobeying Him?

 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 you are one of those who struggle to understand how God could forgive you, especially if your life is a complete wreck from making poor decisions. God’s love for you goes beyond human reasoning. As proof, He came to planet earth in the form of human flesh and made things right with mankind by dying on a Roman cross, as payment for all your sins: past, present, and future. All you have to do is come to Him with a repentant heart, asking His forgiveness and know that He is ready and able to restore the wonderful relationship He longs to have with you. Confess your sins today and be free from the chains that bind you to your past. God loves you enough to forgive even the worst sin.