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September/October 1996 - Volume 1, Number 5

© 1996, United Church of God, an International Association


FEATURE ARTICLE (Expanded Edition)
Develop Your Spiritual Senses

by David Havir

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ave you ever wondered why you sin? Have you ever noticed a pattern in the choices you make and the things you do? The Bible provides information vital to help you break destructive habits and develop Godlike character.

God created wonderful laws - laws that can guide the lives of people and that are in effect even if those people are unaware of them. For example, the law of gravity exists, even though most of us do not understand it.

The same is true of laws that reveal the pattern of sin in a Christian's life. There is a way of thinking and behavior that leads to sin. It is clearly described in the Bible and pertains to all of humanity. It applies to Christians, and a clear understanding of that pattern can help every Christian overcome and avoid sin.

Four transgressions

Following are examples of the sins of four biblical personalities whose lives repeated a pattern of developing sin. As you recognize these patterns in the pages of God's Word, reflect on your personal struggles with sin and recall how you have been ensnared by the same processes.