6 Ways to Prevent Backsliding
Romans chapter one tells us how God’s existence and power are evident in His creation, so there is no excuse for not believing and trusting Him.
For although they knew God, they neither glorified him as God nor gave thanks to him, but their thinking became futile and their foolish hearts were darkened. Although they claimed to be wise, they became fools (Romans 1:21-22 NIV)
These verses give us some clues about what can cause individuals to drift away from the Lord.
They didn’t glorify God.
They didn’t give thanks to God.
Their thoughts were futile.
Their hearts were foolish and dark.
They claimed false beliefs were wise.
The example of those who let their hearts become hardened by the world can show us six ways to prevent backsliding.
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Originally published April 05, 2023.
Her book, Redemption, the Heartbeat of Christmas: What the Birth of Christ Means to the World, was released in October 2025. She loves coffee, a good book, and gardening, which would be more fun if not for the weeds. Barbara and her husband enjoy life with two sons, one daughter-in-love, and an energetic granddaughter who keeps these retired people on their toes.
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