One thing we, as sinners, (yes, I said “we”) all have in common is excuses. We live in a fallen world and try as we might, we too will fall into the trap of the sin nature. Most of us know the “10 Commandments” but did you know there are actually 613 Commandments? ONLY Jesus was able to keep all 613 Commandments. Here is the good news, because of Jesus and The Cross we now live under the grace of God. Because of Jesus we now have the Holy Spirit living inside of us which causes us not to enjoy the sin nature. Never expect to give up the sin nature without the help of the Holy Spirit; our will is not strong enough on it’s own. The Lord does not take things away from you, He adds His mercy, grace, love, joy and peace which eventually leaves no more room for the other “stuff”. Our God is not a God of condemnation. He wants nothing more than for us to prosper and receive ALL He has to offer. The Lord knows our struggles, weaknesses and temptations. Ask the Lord for strength to overcome what has you bound and rebuke that spirit of condemnation. Let the Word of God feed your spirit. Concern yourself with God’s glory and His will, not what the enemy tries to offer. Psalms 89:21 “With whom my hand shall be established; mine arm also shall strengthen him.”