Charlie Sheen

In the television sitcom Two and a Half Men, Charlie Sheen plays the part of Charlie Harper, a boozing womanizer whose moral code is non-existent. He only thinks of himself, and rarely considers the consequences that might come as a result of his poor behavior.

Ironically, Sheen’s actions in real life are starting to make Charlie Harper look like a pretty good guy! The actor’s many missteps have been well-documented in the media lately. His behavior and subsequent comments have dominated the news.

Perhaps the saddest part of this disheartening story is the fact that Sheen seems to show no remorse whatsoever. In fact, he seems to revel in the negative attention that he is receiving and insists that he is still a winner in life. At least many of the Hollywood stars who have had similar problems admit that they were wrong and that they need to make some major lifestyle changes.

Christians aren’t perfect. Some Christian people find themselves involved in gossip, lying, greedy schemes, immoral relationships, bad language habits, divisive behavior and arrogant attitudes. There is room for repentance in the life of every Christian.

However, many Christians seem to have the same mindset as Charlie Sheen. They don’t see that they are doing anything wrong, nor do they have any intention to change. They glory in the negative attention that they receive and they see themselves as being on the winning side. They feel that they are in good standing with God.

Jesus says twice in Luke 13:1-5, “…But unless you repent, you too will all perish.”

Repentance is needed in the life of a Christian. One must repent at the time he or she is baptized into Christ (Acts 2:38). There is also an on-going need for repentance; it is required whenever we find sin in our life. Acceptance of sin is not an option.

Hopefully, Charlie Sheen will come to his senses and get his life in order. Let’s hope the same for any Christians who have a similar resistance to repentance.