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I have a confession: after decades of being a Christian, I still struggle with sin, some of which have dogged me for a long time. In fact, the battle seems more intense in various ways than when I first became a believer.

But here’s the thing: my struggle with sin is one of the ways I know I’m a Christian.

Maybe that sounds wonky to you? Perhaps you’re now chomping at the bit to go off on me in the comments section on the subjects of holiness, sanctification, and right living before God. But before you do, hear me out.

Non-Christians don’t struggle with sin. At least, not like Christians do.

Let’s step back for a moment and start at ground zero on this. The Bible is crystal clear on both our state before and after Christ when it comes to the issue of sin.

Scripture says

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