Personally, I have sinned, grievously — but I did not make a concerted effort to excuse my woeful behavior.  I chose to repent — not pursue wanton behavior.  Choosing Jesus – over my sin, is dimensionally far from choosing excuses and staying with my sin. Don’t be fooled again and again and again – by the world, your friends, or your philosophizing.  Sure as Heaven – we will meet our Maker on His terms.  Are you ready now?