Romans 7:14-15
For we know that the law is spiritual; but I am of the flesh, sold into slavery under sin.* 15I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate.
Paul really struggled with the idea of wanting to do what he knew he should do, but feeling captive to the flesh that remained in slavery to the desires of the flesh. I'd say, "Poor Paul," but really, I think we can all relate to knowing what we should do and then doing the complete opposite. So how do we find hope?
Well, we confess our sins to God. We strive to do the right thing, knowing that we will always fall short of perfection. We remember that we have been washed by the waters of baptism. And, we gather in a community to hear the proclamation that God loves us, still.
Peace,
Pastor Jenn
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