From a biblical perspective, bent refers to someone who goes off in a different direction, beyond the boundaries set by the Word of God. Instead of staying on the straight and narrow, individuals stray onto the interstates of life, Matthew 7:13. As a result, minds become bent out of shape, leaving crooked choices and twisted thoughts along this road.
Fortunately, God has left a map for the lost in the form of the Bible. This summary of history helps individuals learn from past mistakes that Israel and other followers made, 1 Corinthians 10:1-6. Like an addict on the road to recovery, being straightened out can be a long and grueling ordeal. Psalm 106:43 recounts how Israel was bent on rebellion despite being delivered by God time after time.
The first step toward revitalization is acknowledging your sin, James 5:16. Once you reach this point, the Psalmist urges believers to cry out to the Lord, Psalm 106:44-45. While all fall short of God’s glory, Romans 3:23, Jesus was sent to die on our behalf, settling the debt we had accrued. Thus, despite being bent further than you initially planned, God’s promises have kept people from complete brokenness, Psalm 34:18. Where there is a will, there is a way back to the narrow path, Matthew 7:14.
by Jay Mankus
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