God: "I looked for someone to take a stand for me, and stand in the gap" (Ezekiel 22:30)
So we discipline ourselves for godliness, but trust in His grace. We strive to live our Christian life, but find our rest in Him. We labor to the point of exhaustion, but realize His yoke is easy and His load is light. Examine yourself regularly to stay balanced. We live Gospel-centered lives – trusting His grace and sovereignty for salvation and trusting His grace and sovereignty for daily living as well.
Sin is not an option for the believer. How can you continue in sin when that sin was paid for in the torn flesh of Jesus? How can you look longingly upon Satan’s offerings when the cross of Christ is in front of your eyes? Christ’s love constrains our hearts to seek holiness. The fact that sin has no lasting benefits remains true, but it is not simply because sin doesn't pay that you are to turn your back on the tempter. The fact that sin will not get you what you really want in life is not nearly a powerful enough defense to guard you against the attractiveness of Satan’s lies and the fickleness of your heart. Only a deep grasp of the gospel has the power to bring about deep change in your heart. It is knowing the terrible price that has already been paid for your sin that enables you to say no to sin.
Place apples in a crock pot. Combine sugar, cinnamon, cloves and salt; pour
over apples and mix well. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour. Reduce heat to
low; cover and cook for 9-11 hours or until thickened and dark brown,
stirring occasionally (stir more frequently as it thickens to prevent
sticking). Uncover and cook on low 1 hour longer. If desired, stir with a
wire whisk until smooth. Spoon into freezer containers, leaving 1/2-inch
headspace. Cover and refrigerate or freeze.
Recipe by: Taste of Home Oct/Nov '96
Posted to Bakery-Shoppe Digest V1 #223 by Shelley Sparks
<ssparks@mailbox.arn.net> on Sep 07, 1997
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