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When facing spiritual battles and accusations, believers have a powerful advocate in Jesus Christ. He stands before God as our defender, pleading our case and covering our sins with His blood.

What Does It Mean to Have Jesus as Our Advocate?

Jesus serves as our divine attorney before God, defending us against Satan's accusations. When Satan tries to point out our sins and flaws to God, Jesus steps in as our advocate, reminding the Father that we have been washed in His blood through salvation.

How Should We Handle Sin as Believers?

While our aim should be to "sin not," we must remember several key principles about dealing with sin:

  • Address sin promptly through confession
  • Keep "short accounts" with God by confessing daily
  • Remember that God already knows our sins - He wants us to be honest about them
  • Trust that Jesus' blood covers our confessed sins

What Role Does Scripture Play in Avoiding Sin?

Scripture meditation is crucial for maintaining a steadfast heart and avoiding sin:

  • Make Bible reading/listening a daily priority
  • Meditate deeply on even just one verse per day
  • Allow Scripture to penetrate beyond surface-level understanding
  • Use Scripture to combat deception and distraction

What Happens When We Neglect Scripture?

Failing to prioritize Scripture in our lives leads to:

  • Increased vulnerability to deception
  • Greater susceptibility to distractions
  • Potential depletion of blessings
  • Risk of developing "dead" religion rather than vibrant faith

Life Application

This week, challenge yourself to:

  • Choose one meaningful Bible verse and make it your phone's wallpaper
  • Meditate on that verse daily, asking:
    • How does this verse apply to my life today?
    • How can I apply this truth in my relationships?
    • What specific actions can I take based on this verse?

Questions for Reflection:

  • Am I allowing Jesus to truly be my advocate, or am I trying to defend myself?
  • How consistent is my Scripture meditation practice?
  • What distractions am I allowing to keep me from God's Word?
  • Is my faith alive and growing, or becoming routine and lifeless?

 

Remember: Just as a lawyer paid well works harder for their client, Jesus paid the ultimate price to be your advocate. Trust in His defense and let His Word guide your daily walk.