It's All About Accountability

Temptation, sometimes it completely stares you in the face. You aren't sure what to do and you just wish you could for once not give in. You may wonder "How can I keep from giving into temptation, especially giving in to the same sin over and over again?"

When I was a teenager, I often gave in to the same sins over and over again. Lying to my parents just got easier and easier as I did it. One little white lie led to another until there was no way I could untangle the web I had woven.

The one thing that saved me in high school from continuing to repeat the same sins was having good friends that I could trust and ones that would hold me accountable for my actions. What does it mean to be held "accountable". When you hold or are held accountable you are "subject to explanation". You must therefore, explain your actions. If your only reason for sinning is "the devil made me do it", then you're going to be in big trouble.

In order to truly be held "accountable" you must be willing to be honest and to also be responsible for your actions. You must be willing to hold and be held accountable for those actions.

It may sound a bit scary. It is extremely personal, but having a relationship with someone that you can trust and who will hold you accountable is a great way to stop giving in to those same temptations over and over again.

When looking for an accountability partner it is important to look for someone who is:

• Close to you in age. This may not necessarily mean chronological age, but could also mean "maturity" level. We all mature at different speeds and you'll want to take "Christian" maturity into account as well. You will need to be on the same level with this person.
• Trustworthy. You will need to be able to discuss personal issues with the person and be able to trust that they will keep them confidential.
• Share the same morals and beliefs. In order to be able to hold each other accountable you will have to have the same morals and beliefs. If you don't believe in drinking alcohol but your accountability partner does, you won't be able to truly be held accountable.

While an accountability partner cannot keep you from sinning they will help you to be able to keep in mind the fact that you are striving to stay away from temptation and avoid sin, especially those that are difficult for you.

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Alyssa Avant is a Christian Author and Speaker who helps moms connect with their daughters. A work at home mom, Alyssa is the founder of Beauty By Design Ministries, www.beautybydesignonline.com grab her Her FREE Guide, Seven Easy Tips Encouraging Your Daughter to Say "No" here

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