What our heart needs most comes only through Jesus.
From Intouch Ministries
July 10, 2023
2 Corinthians 8:9 tells us that Jesus became poor in order that we might have the riches of grace. In other words, He left behind His divinity and took on the limitations of humanity—all for our benefit. As a result, we are:
• Chosen. God chose us from the beginning to belong to Him (2 Thessalonians 2:13), even though we do not deserve His kindness.
• Redeemed. We are no longer held in bondage to sin, because Jesus paid the penalty we owed (1 Peter 1:18-19).
• Justified. All of us have disobeyed, but in God’s eyes, followers of Christ are “not guilty.” (See Romans 3:23, Romans 3:28.)
• Reconciled. Sin put us at odds with God, but through Christ, our relationship with Him is restored (2 Corinthians 5:18).
• Forgiven. God has forgiven all our past, present, and future sins (Hebrews 10:10).
• Freed from condemnation. We could never have kept the Law perfectly—that’s why Jesus came to fulfill it. As a result, we can pursue holiness without fear of punishment when we fail (Romans 8:1-2).
The above words describe all of us who trust in Jesus whether we’re having a good day or a bad day. God sees us in those terms because He loves us. Along with the apostle Paul, let’s praise God, “who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ” (Eph. 1:3).
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Have you discovered a congregation to call home?
From Intouch Ministries
July 9, 2023
In some cities, there’s a church building on nearly every corner, but congregations can vary widely. Some focus mainly on outreach; others, on education. How can you know if a church is right for you?
When considering a fellowship, believers should be humble and curious. Take time to quietly observe services and relationships. Then ask yourself whether the church teaches these four truths:
1. Our Savior was both fully human and fully God.
2. After His crucifixion and burial, Jesus was resurrected.
3. Salvation comes only through faith in Jesus.
4. The Bible is divine revelation given to us so that we can have a personal relationship with God.
A church’s primary focus should be on redemption, which can be summed up this way: Because God the Father loves us, He redeemed us through His Son, saving all who believe (John 3:16).
Our beliefs influence how we view God, others, and ourselves, so it’s important to choose a congregation wisely. Ultimately, the church your neighbor attends might not be right for you—and that’s okay. What’s important is to join the body of Christ and learn the truth about the God who loves you.
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