Evening Devotional: The Absolute Necessity of Eradicating Sin from Our Lives

The Chuck Spurgeon Project

PM Edition for July 18

Tonight’s scripture emphasizes the resolute actions of the prophet Elijah. After witnessing the divine answer to his prayer, with fire consuming the sacrifice, Elijah called upon the people of Israel to seize the priests of Baal and declared sternly, "Let not one of them escape." He executed judgment on them at the brook Kishon. This decisive action serves as a powerful illustration for us regarding our sins—they are all condemned, and not one must be allowed to remain.

Key Points:

1. Necessity of Eradicating Sin: The devotional highlights the essential need to eliminate sin from our lives, emphasizing drawing strength and guidance from the Lord. It uses Elijah's resolute actions as a model for decisively dealing with sin.

2. Seeking Strength in Jesus: The reflection stresses the significance of not sparing cherished sins, relying on Jesus for the power to overcome sin, and being in God's presence to effectively combat sin.

3. Embracing Sacred Zeal: The devotional encourages believers to adopt a sacred zeal and holy vengeance against sins, urging them to confront and eliminate the sins that plague them, inspired by God's goodness and grace.