SUPERFICIAL
Today's reading: Jeremiah 4-6

"From the least to the greatest, they trick others to get what does not belong to them. Yes, even my prophets and priests are like that! They offer superficial treatments for my people's mortal wound. They give assurances of peace when all is war." Jeremiah 6:13-14 NLT

Superficial-of, relating to, or located near a surface; concerned only with the obvious or apparent; presenting only an appearance without substance or significance.

The simple fact is this: Sin is the problem.

In regards to the issues of gun violence, sin is the problem.

Human trafficking, sin is the problem.

Broken homes and a declining economy, sin is the problem.

Lack of respect and decency, sin is the problem.

Regarding the floundering and lifeless churches in our country, sin is the problem.

Politicians, media analysts and even some preachers will point to other issues causing the turmoil, but the reasons they present are only superficial, surface wounds.

The infection and infestation comes from hearts not in alignment with God and His Word.

The real problem is sin.

The real solution is not awaiting the right committee, the right party or the right amount of mind over matter--it is conviction, confession, repentance and salvation.

Sin is the problem. God is the answer!