The danger of subtle deception
We hide sin when we believe our self-sufficiency is greater than God’s sovereignty.
- Self-sufficiency is the goal.
- The world praises independence.
- Scripture calls for dependence on God.
- Pride grows when we believe we do not need help.
- There is never any freedom from sin.
- Shame says change is impossible.
- Grace says freedom is available.
- Hopelessness keeps people stuck.
- Blend in.
- Culture rewards sameness.
- God calls for distinctness.
- Faith stands out by design.
We are poor, leaking vessels, and the only way for us to keep full is to put our pitcher under the perpetual flow of boundless grace. Then, despite its leakage, the cup will always be full to the brim. ‘Our sufficiency is of God.’ – Spurgeon
Insight
- Independence sounds strong but leads to weakness.
- Freedom is not a myth, it is a promise in Christ.
- Blending in is safer but never holier.