It's a very humbling experience to know that nothing I've done, am doing, or will ever do, pays for my salvation. At the same time I'm very grateful that the price has already been paid for me. My "holiness" or the amount of times I go to (or participate in) church don't determine my level… Continue reading No Payment Needed (on my end)
Tag: forgiveness
My Lawyer
For those of us who are imperfect and trip and stumble along the way, I have good news. We have a lawyer that intercedes for us and serves as a mediator between God and us. Jesus was man, so He is well aware of the temptations that we face. Moreover, He paid the price for our… Continue reading My Lawyer
Please Don’t Leave My Side
I have a confession; I've failed, sinned and fallen more times than I can count. With each fall, I couldn't help but feel the burden of my sin like the weight of the world on my shoulders. I can relate to the Psalmist's prayer when he begs God to keep him in His presence and requests that the… Continue reading Please Don’t Leave My Side
Paid in Full
If I were charged for every sin I've committed thus far, I'd never be able to pay the price. This is why the sacrifice on the cross (and Isaiah 53) moves me to tears. Jesus laid down His life as payment for my sins; there's no greater demonstration of love. He did the same for… Continue reading Paid in Full
Stephen’s Way
In the book of Acts we find a man named Stephen who pleaded for the forgiveness of those stoning him for being a believer. Next time people "stone" us with their words and actions (for whatever reason), instead of the usual approach (like fighting back), let's try Stephen's method. It may just have a better… Continue reading Stephen’s Way
Forgiveness
When we forgive, we free ourselves from a heavy burden, the rest is an added bonus.
2 Lessons 1 Verse
In the 8th chapter of John, we find a woman who was going to be stoned for adultery and two very important life lessons. When questioned on the situation Jesus replied "...let he who is without sin, cast the first stone" (lesson #1). After a while all the accusers disappeared. Surely if He were to say the… Continue reading 2 Lessons 1 Verse
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