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Christ died for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. He was put to death in the body but made alive by the Spirit.
— 1 Peter 3:18 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...
Having stood over the open graves of friends, family, and strangers, I know the appearance and feel of death's finality and our human frailty. But Christ's death is that great reminder that death is a matter of perspective and faith. I believe God raised Jesus from the dead and that Jesus is the first fruits of those of us who believe in him. He is alive, not just in Spirit, but in bodily form. Because Jesus lives, so will we!
My Prayer...
Almighty God, thank you for the gifts of your grace, Spirit, forgiveness and life. Most of all, thanks for the gift of your Son, who brought life and immortality to life in me through your salvation. While I have no great desire to die, I know I can look through death to you and your victory in me through Jesus. Please give me the courage to live for you every day until that day you take me home. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.

You have to think of it this way:
If you sin, say its stealing money from your dads wallet, then you go up to your dad, confess, then ask for forgiveness; would your dad still forgive you? Your dad wouldn't forgive you but punish you so you'll stop.
God is a loving yet fearful God, he spanks you and says "It hurts me more than it does you". You need to ask God to help you with these temptations, you can't stop on your own.

And always remember: God loves you.