“Remember that you were at that time separated from Christ, alienated from the commonwealth of Israel and strangers to the covenants of promise, having no hope and without God in the world. But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ.”
Ephesians 2:12-13
What a good reminder today. I have been brought near and into relationship with God by the great sacrifice of Christ.
“Nothing in my hands I bring… simply to the cross I cling!”
These words from an old hymn echo in my heart as I read this passage of Scripture. And I am blown away that the Lord loves me, and not only that He loves me, but that He lets me be a part of loving His children.
There is no way that is a good idea! I mess things up way too often. I am selfish and greedy and lazy and stupid and prideful and scared and apathetic and English speaking. I’m really not a good choice. And yet… He asks me to be obedient so that He can do something awesome. So here I am.
Here I am learning every day what it means to love Jesus and walk with Him. I am no longer far off and alienated from God. I have the privilege of knowing Him and being comforted by Him, knowing His peace, knowing His joy… what a blessing.
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