Being a creative writer, I love the imagery that the Bible uses. I think metaphors and word pictures are so incredibly effective when put in just the right place. They help us really grasp the meaing of a concept and spin it in a new light. This particular verse evokes quite a startling image of sin as a fetus being conceived. After reading some commentary on the subject, I found a certain point that I thought I'd share.
This whole first chapter of James focuses on trials, what they mean and how to deal with them. The outcome of a trial can go one of two ways.
Trial --> testing --> perseverance --> maturity
Trial --> temptation --> sin --> death
Now obviously our Father wishes that we choose the first route, because that ultimately leads to our faith being strengthened and drawing us closer to Him. So often, though, we take the second option. Not necessarily because we consciously choose to disobey God, but because we are sinful and our nature instinctively does what is contrary to God's will. When I read this verse, sin and its effects are broken down into very vivid terms, making me want to avoid it at all costs.
Sometimes it pays to look at life's word pictures. They can make all the difference.
Have a wonderful day, my chicas. It's Wednesday. We're on the downhill! :)
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