PDF Title: Sin - Perversion of a Legitimate Desire!
Author: Ron Christian
Summary#
Sin - Perversion of a Legitimate Desire! is a Christian devotional study by Ron Christian that maintains that sin often begins when a God-given desire is taken outside the boundaries of God’s will. Using the theme “Dead to Sin, Alive to God,” the work contends that legitimate desires such as sexual desire, friendship, self-esteem, justice, pleasure, food, money, knowledge, anger, and the longing for companionship can become destructive when twisted by selfishness, pride, greed, lust, materialism, resentment, or self-centered love. Christian proposes that the problem is not the existence of human desire itself, but the misuse of desire apart from obedience, discipline, gratitude, humility, and love. The illustrated chart contrasts healthy, God-given desires with misplaced or perverted desires, showing how everyday longings can either serve God’s purposes or become harmful habits and attitudes. The closing devotional section reflects on renewal, healing, prayer, freedom from bitterness, confession, humor, family warmth, and personal growth, encouraging believers to live with a wider view of reality and to pursue transformation through Christ.