A Man’s Fight – Conviction
Conviction is a feeling or understanding
that something is not right in your life or a certain standard that you hold to
because you believe it is right. For example: if you stole a candy bar, God
can convict you that it was wrong. This kind of conviction is meant to lead us
to repentance. It doesn’t feel good and
is often hard to act on (like asking for forgiveness), but it is still a
blessing because it urges us to stay obedient to Christ. Likewise, going to
church regularly is a standard you will probably have because you believe that
going to church is important, thus you live like it is important—this is
another form of conviction. On the other hand, God’s conviction will leave
after you repent. If the feeling of guilt doesn’t leave, you are probably up
against condemnation which is of the Devil and you don’t have to pay any attention
to it because he is just trying to discourage you. When you are dealing with
condemnation read John 3:17-18.
A word of
warning: If you do not respond to the conviction (which is meant for leading
you to repentance) of the Holy Spirit, you will eventually block the Holy
Spirit’s gentle promptings out of your life and thus stumble and possibly even
leave the faith. Be careful and continue to be obedient!
Do
you have any convictions right now?
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Your
notes on the subject:
