Following Jesus as We Come 'n Go
John 8:11
“Go now and leave your life of sin.”
~Jesus,
Pondering Point
It is interesting to note that while Jesus does not condemn the sinful woman to whom He is speaking in this situation, neither does He license her sinful behavior. What He does do is call her to repentance, leave your life of sin. By the way, you could also note that while Jesus does not license her sinful behavior, neither does He condemn her. But He does (say it with me) call her to repentance.
Prayer for the Day
Lord Jesus, help us shun both unhelpful condemnation over sin and inappropriate licensure to sin, whether it concerns our behavior or that of others. As we express gratitude for Your mercy in freeing us from our sins, help us heed Your call to repent, to go and sin no more – and instead serve You in holiness and righteousness. In Your name I pray. Amen.