In this amazing passage of the Bible the Apostle Paul reminds this church of who they are as children of God. This privilege also comes with a warning not to slip back into slavery – trying to earn God’s approval by what they do, instead of trusting in what Jesus has done. It’s a great reminder of who we are, and what our future holds if we hold fast to Jesus.
God proves his love by what he’s willing to give up for those who are the focus of his affection. As we take a closer look at this one verse, we walk away with confidence as we better understand what God did for us on that first Good Friday.
Jesus speaks with a leader of Israel about entering the Kingdom of God. In this shocking and radical conversation, Jesus explains what MUST happen before a person can even see the Kingdom of God, and then Jesus explains why He is so central to God’s plan to bring us to eternal life.
Jesus shows his power and authority as he faces up to the full force of demonic power. We see ourselves in this tortured man who receives the transforming grace of God through Jesus.
In the last 2 chapters of Isaiah we see God describing the New Creation. He describes his plan for the nations, and shows his heart for his people.
God comforts his people through Isaiah with the good news that he was on his way to save them! We are comforted now because he has come to save us through Jesus.
What God has to say about the question of meaning and purpose in life.