The Son of Man will send out His angels, and they will weed out of His kingdom everything that causes sin and all who do evil. — Matthew 13:41
What causes sin? Why are we tempted to sin every day here, and what will happen so that we will lose all desire to sin and we won’t even consider sinning for all eternity.
I mean it really is us who are going to heaven, isn’t it? You know, you and me. If you know your own faults like I know mine, doesn’t this seem amazing to you?
Sin is rooted in deception. Satan arrives on the scene in Genesis 3, twisting the truth. In Revelation, he is described as the one who deceives the nations. And Jesus refers to him as the father of lies.
Clearly the angels are going to lay their hands on those who reject Christ and cling to wickedness. But there is more here, I believe. Jesus and His angels are going to turn on the light of truth and drive deception out of our lives forever.
Sin won’t seem attractive because, in truth, it isn’t attractive.
This will happen in a blazing moment in history. But it is also happening, quietly, in the hearts of Christ’s followers all over the world, as each of us experiences Him who is truth in the darkened places of deception in our souls.
Be encouraged!
Dwight
Dwight Clough is the author of four Christian books and is an active member of Lake City Church in Madison. This devotional is also available via email and you may review the archives back to 2002. Dwight and his wife Kim provide prayer ministry for inner healing / transformation and coaching in prayer ministry. He is available to speak to your group or church. To contact Dwight or Kim, use their contact form. You may also support their ministry.