The kind of obedience demanded in Scripture is purposeful obedience, not perfect obedience. While a true Christian sins in many ways every day (James 3:2), yet he continues daily to purpose in his heart not to sin against God’s Law. Sin aggravates him and disturbs him. It is an unwelcomed guest. He yearns for holiness more than happiness. The Apostle John was very wise in calling upon us to examine ourselves to see if we are truly saved. What if we were to gain the whole world but lose our immortal