March 13th, 2026

It not weakness that causes us to sin, but willfulness; yet, even in our sin we are tempted to rationalize rather than repent, but we must not succumb. Rationalization is deadly and must be avoided at all cost. It is a lie we tell ourselves and it leads to self-deception and self-deception leads to death. Only true repentance produces life.

“In the past God overlooked such ignorance, but now he commands all people everywhere to repent”

— Acts 17:30

Lord Jesus, I repent of my stubborn willfulness. Forgive my sinful disobedience and turn me around. In Your holy name I pray. Amen.