Instead of condemning us when we sin, God simply wants us to acknowledge that we have sinned, that it is our fault, and that He alone provides the remedy…

The only answer for stubbornness is submitting (yielding; KJV) to God…

It’s really hard for Christians to admit they are wrong. Be honest enough to confess that you’re wrong, He’s right, and make the right decision regarding who is in charge of your life. We can find ourselves in a mess just like they were.

Since we cannot keep the law, there had to be another path to righteousness. Praise God, He has provided one! This is an emphatic transition in Greek.  Paul is telling us that even though the situation appears hopeless, there is hope…