Taking Responsibility
Good morning Scripture reading: Genesis 3:1-13 Worship song: I Surrender Meditation: The lack of accountability is one of the contributing factors that leads to conflict, especially in relationships. When individuals fail to take responsibility for their actions, it can lead to mistrust and hinder the ability to resolve issues effectively. Rather than taking responsibility for his disobedience, Adam attempted to shift the blame to Eve. Eve, in turn, blames the serpent for beguiling her. Shifting the blame mechanism to avoid punishment only creates animosity, fosters resentment, and erodes trust. Blame shifting still exists in today's society. Individuals are likely to blame others for problems rather than take responsibility for their own actions. Galatians 6:5 informs us that individuals will be judged based on their own actions and deeds, not the actions of others. Many innocent persons have been punished for deeds th...