Maybe I should start calling this “Word of the Day.”
at�tri�tion n. –
1. A rubbing away or wearing down by friction.
2. A gradual diminution in number or strength because of constant stress.
3. A gradual, natural reduction in membership or personnel, as through retirement, resignation, or death.
4. Repentance for sin motivated by fear of punishment rather than by love of God.

What an interesting word. I like #4 the best. However #1 is cool too. “Friction, baby” sums it up (also the name of a Better Than Ezra album).
Fear of Hell motivates alot of people. It is a shame that the love of God doesn’t motivate more people. Isn’t being motivated by fear a selfish action?
Bill Cosby summed it up in Himself when he spoke of his parents: “You’re looking at a old person who is trying to get into heaven.”