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Sinners in Church

Some people don't come to church because they say that the church is full of sinners. Well guess what, those people are right. Romans 3:23 says "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God". ALL, not some, that means me, you, your 6th cousin, your nephew's 3rd cousin's aunt's uncle, all people have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God.

If that's the case then why go to church? When you get dirty, what do you do? Most people would answer take a shower. Sin is just like dirt and grime that comes into our lives. And guess what, they actually have something that will clean that away, and it's not on those 3AM infomercials, plus it really is free shipping and handling! The only thing that can wash away sin is the blood of Jesus. Romans 5:8 tells us "God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us".

So if I'm such a sinner why do I go to church? Because I need help. I need the lessons I learn there and the encouragement and motivation that I get there to help me to sin less in my life to grow closer to God. "People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well neither does bathing - that's why we recommend it daily" - Zig Ziglar.

Spend a few minutes each day reading scripture and praying to God. I have to in order to keep my life on track. And find a church family somewhere that you can be a part of and get plugged in to and grow your relationship there and with Christ. After all, Jesus said "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me" - John 14:6

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