For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin.
Hebrews 4:15
As a parent, I always want my kids to ‘not fail’ in the places in life where I failed when I was their age. This is always, however, a setup for despair and disillusionment as our children are truly a “chip off the old block”…ultimately, the Adamic block. They are just as much sons of Adam and daughters of Eve as we are. Seeking to make sure my children avoid every “pitfall and peril” (to quote Doc Brown) is a self-righteous motivation on my part. The gospel provides significantly greater news…God’s Kid has perfectly “not sinned” in the very places where I have always sinned…and He became sin to justify me and make me a child of God. Now that, boys and girls is what we call…Good News!
It is Finished…
Law, Grace, & Daily Living 