“When the state declares its independence from Almighty God it is not just the right but the duty of the church to call the state to task: Not to ask the state to be the church, but to tell the state to be the state under God.” - RC Sproul
Even when you sin, you do not provoke God to disinherit you. Instead, He is prompted to win you back to fellowship with Him.
Hear His words through Isaiah: ‘…he went on backsliding in the way of his own heart. I have seen his ways, but I will heal him…’
—William Gurnall
Your trials are not a sign that God has forgotten you. He is using those difficult times to shape you into the image of Jesus (Rom. 8:28-29). Trust his good plan for your life.
God isn't content to leave you as simply forgiven; no, "he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ" (Philippians 1:6, ESV)
Today, in some capacity, you will fall short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23). Chances are, you already did! We need to be forgiven, and God provides his most significant mercy on the Cross of Christ (Romans 3:24-25).
Sinners cannot imagine that the things they love are the very things that keep them from happiness. Their fear of the light and refusal to let go of the darkness is a struggle against joy.