What Weakens Me is My Sin.

There’s a truth I can’t ignore: my greatest battles aren’t against the challenges life throws at me but against the sin within me. Sin isn’t just a bad choice or a moral failing; it’s a force that eats away at my strength, leaving me vulnerable and distant from God. It’s not always obvious at first—sometimes it disguises itself as comfort, pride, or even necessity—but it always leaves me weaker than before. When I give in to sin, I feel it deeply. It’s like a barrier goes up between me and God, cutting off the peace and assurance I desperately need. My heart becomes heavy, and my soul feels restless. It’s not just about what I’ve done—it’s about what I’ve lost: my closeness with God, my confidence in Him, and my ability to walk in the light He’s called me to. Sin doesn’t stop with my relationship with God; it spills into every part of my life. It makes me less patient, less loving, and less forgiving. It skews my perspective, making me focus on myself instead of the people around me. In those moments, I feel the weight of my choices not just on my own heart but on my relationships. But what amazes me is how God never leaves me there. Even when I’m at my weakest, He reaches out with His mercy and grace, reminding me that my sin doesn’t have to define me. Each time I confess and turn back to Him, I feel His strength restoring me, lifting me out of the darkness and reminding me of who I am in Him.