When we’re in pain or struggling to cope with a problem we’re facing, sometimes we make promises to God. “God, if You do this for me, I promise I will do this for You.”
But in Matthew 5:34, Jesus tells us not to give an oath at all. Because the risk is that we’re really trying to motivate God (or even manipulate Him) with our behavior.
If you’ve ever found yourself in this situation, watch my video to learn how to undo your desperate deal – and find freedom in God’s grace!