The Chains He Couldn't Break

Long ago, there was a village blacksmith who boasted of his invincible strength.  He proudly declared he could break anyone's chains.  When strong steel links were brought to him, he found the weakest link... and easily snapped the metal.

One day, the blacksmith broke the law and was put into chains.  He scoffed at his jailers.  Didn't they know his incredible power? 

Carefully he sifted through the links... again and again... unable to find the usual flaw.  Then, in horror he realized he'd been bound by... his OWN chains!

And, that's the way it is with sin. 

You may think you’re strong enough to withstand Satan's enticements.  But, when you repeatedly give in to temptation, you become what has become a habit.

Dear one, what "binds" you today?  Ask for God's help.  Not only will He set you free, He is the only one who can!

Rom 6:17-18 promises:

Thank God! Once you were slaves of sin, but now you wholeheartedly obey this teaching we have given you. Now you are free from your slavery to sin, and you have become slaves to righteous living.

By Vonette Bright

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