“Convicted, Not Condemned”
📖 “And when He has come, He will convict the world of sin, and of righteousness, and of judgment.”
—John 16:8 (NKJV)
Conviction is uncomfortable—but it’s one of the most loving things God does for us.
When the Holy Spirit convicts, He isn’t yelling “GUILTY!” like a judge.
He’s saying, “This isn’t who you are in Christ. Come back.”
He convicts of sin, because we were never meant to live in rebellion.
He convicts of righteousness, because He’s shaping us into people who reflect Jesus.
And He reminds us of judgment, because there’s more to life than this moment—eternity matters.
You might be tempted to silence that conviction.
To drown it in distractions, excuses, or comparison.
But listen—conviction is proof that the Holy Spirit hasn’t given up on you.
Let Him interrupt your scroll.
Let Him challenge your thoughts.
Let Him guide your decisions.
The Spirit’s job isn’t just to make you feel better.
It’s to make you more like Jesus.
Think About It:
- When you feel convicted, do you shut it down—or lean in?
- What’s one area where the Spirit might be trying to get your attention?
Prayer:
Holy Spirit, don’t let me grow numb. Convict me when I stray, correct me when I fall, and comfort me as I return. I want to walk in truth, not just what feels easy. Amen.
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