As
it is written, there is none righteous, no, not one - Romans 3:10
There are times in life when a negative statement can be a blessing in disguise
if you are willing to look beyond the surface to see a hidden truth that's
waiting to be discovered.
We live in a world that has a code of morality that's supposed to result in the
right behavior and respect for others. But no matter how hard you try to live
by this standard it's not humanly possible.
What if I told you it was originally intended to be this way?
Sounds crazy right, this is one of those moments I spoke about where there is a
greater truth that's available but it requires a complete surrender to access
it.
For all have sinned, and come short of
the glory of God.- Romans 3:23
God requires us to live by his ways but he already knows we can never meet his
standards of living because of our sin. So you might say well what's the point
of trying?
We first need to be made aware of our inadequacies so that there is no choice
but to look to God for the remedy.
For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through
Jesus Christ our Lord. - Romans 6:23
Imagine standing before a judge guilty of all charges against you because of
your sin. You are asked "how do you plead? You only have two choices,
guilty or not guilty.
You can prolong the process by choosing not guilty but it won't change the
outcome. Or you can plead guilty and throw yourself at the mercies of the
court.
If you are brave enough to admit your sins before God something amazing takes
place.
It's called unconditional
forgiveness. At that moment you are given a free gift of faith that if
exercised would result in Jesus Christ taking your place and serving the
punishment you alone deserve.
For by grace are ye saved through faith;
and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: - Ephesians 2:8
This is truly "Good News" regardless of the circumstances your
facing. This is what true love looks like in the midst of a broken and dying
world.
Seek ye the Lord while he may be found,
call ye upon him while he is near. - Isaiah 55:6
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