What a tall order? How can we possibly live as Jesus did? Jesus was perfect, without sin and God! What does John mean by such a statement?
It is surprising how much of a "break" many give themselves in their walk with Christ. Many read a verse like 1 John 2:6 and, because of its apparent unattainability, dismiss it completely. We may not always be perfect but we can desire it, pursue it and make it the goal of our life. A believer in Christ, someone who has experienced Jesus, will be radically changed. One part of this radical change is the desire and intent to live as Jesus did; live perfectly obedient to God. Just because we occasionally fail to live this ideal does not mean we should abandon the idea of it!
We have been set free from the power of sin and have the choice to sin or not sin. Sin is not overwhelming nor is it a master or lord over us. Believers in Christ have the Holy Spirit and subsequently the ability to be obedient to God. To dismiss the ever present possibility of obedience to Christ is to dismiss a significant part of what the Cross of Jesus offers to the one who places faith in Christ.
Are you allowing compromise into your life? Are you living by God's Word or simple experience? Never allow a temporary circumstance to define your theology or self-image! Jesus came to make us more than conquerors and temporary setbacks will never change this fact!
James
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