Unimaginable

August 3, 2005

As a PW, I occasionally have the privilege of catching a glimpse into the soul of an individual who looks perfectly put together on the outside.

Looks can be deceiving.

I hung out with someone today who’s background is simply astounding—”pain” is an understatement.

I walked away feeling incredibly sad. Totally overwhelmed. And wondering, “Why, God?”

But the answer isn’t complex or vague. It’s not elusive. No, the reason for all the pain is sin—pure, unadulterated sin. And what’s so tragic about this particular situation is that the sin was mainly that of others, not her own.

I was reminded again of the impact my sin can have not only on me, but on my children, my husband and countless others around me. In fact, my sin has the potential to effect an entire church. That is huge.

Living a life of integrity is not an option, plain and simple. Being on guard is imperative, not something to be taken lightly.

And my first mistake would be to think I’m immune to committing the very sin that today I find unimaginable.

Category: Deep Thoughts, Pastors' Wives

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One Response to “Unimaginable”

  1. Maiju
    August 4th, 2005 @ 3:27 pm

    Thank you for a real deep and touching tought!

    Sin really isn’t something to take lightly. I’ve hurt very badly my husband and at that time I was just enjoying my life. When I saw the effects I wished that I could undo the things I did.

    I can hardly wait for the time in heaven! No pain, no sorrow, no sickness, no sin.

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