The process begins with our own personal desire. Like a seed, it lies dormant within us until it is enticed and awakened. This desire, when nurtured and allowed to grow, conceives sin. It’s a gradual progression where our unchecked desires lead us away from God’s path.
The analogy of birth is particularly poignant. Just as a child grows within the womb and is eventually born into the world, so too does sin develop from a mere thought or temptation into a tangible act. The finality of this process is stark – sin, when fully matured, leads to spiritual death.
Today as we contemplate evil and the cycle of life we are called to the need for awareness over our hearts and minds. It reminds us that sin’s journey begins subtly, often unnoticed, in the desires we harbour. If we will triumph over it, we must guard our hearts, align our desires with God’s will, and live in the freedom and life that He offers through Christ.
Each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil desire and enticed. Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death. (James 1:14-15)
Let’s Pray
Yahweh, I ask that your Holy Spirit will lead me, guide me and strengthen me to overcome the daily trials, tests and temptations from the devil. Father, I ask for strength, mercy and grace to stand and not yield to temptations and start the sinful cycle of life. In Jesus Christ’s name, Amen.
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