Those who follow Jesus Christ can attest that despite the worthiness of their Savior, their own flesh can very easily inhibit their walk with Him.
Even beyond sins that disrupt fellowship with God, there is the constant temptation to devote too much time, energy, or affection toward lesser things that are not inherently sinful, but are indeed lesser than the greatest thing: the worship of the Triune God.
In any case, this experience is far from uncommon, and Paul Washer, a preacher and evangelist who runs the HeartCry Missionary Society, has a word of advice.
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Rather than merely gritting one’s teeth and making oneself remain disciplined in spiritual matters, Washer suggested also cultivating a proper sense of weakness, sinfulness, and neediness.
“I have discovered that
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