Hello everyone,
Today I thought it would be nice to revisit a topic which is at the core of Christianity. It truly forms the foundation of our faith. I am sure we've gone over it before here with Our Daily Bread, but regardless, it's important to revisit things like this often so that we never lose sight of what really, truly matters.
But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 NKJV
There you have it! God demonstrates His love toward us in that while we were still disconnected, depraved sinners, Christ died for us.
For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved. John 3:16-17 NKJV
God does not desire us to perish in our evil ways (for without Him, our ways are evil), but rather He desires us to put our faith in Him and live. In fact, He desires this so much that He gave His own life to accomplish this. Jesus Christ, God in the flesh, descended to earth in complete humility, turned the world upside down with His teachings, and then died for the sins of all mankind. We did nothing to deserve such a selfless act of love, and we can never repay Him for His grace and mercy - but we can devote our lives to Him, and remember never to forget.
For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulders. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace There will be no end, Upon the throne of David and over His kingdom, To order it and establish it with judgment and justice From that time forward, even forever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this. Isaiah 9:6-7 NKJV
Blessings,
Andrew
