The reasons why we are the way we are may be valid, but under God's redemption, they cannot serve as excuses for failing to be faithful to Jesus and His Kingdom. Reasons can be redeemed, but excuses cannot. This sermon, titled "Reasons and Excuses," explores how we need to distinguish between the reasons behind our struggles and not let them become excuses for disobedience to Jesus. It also offers helpful "steps to living a life without excuses."