"The Road Home"

Scripture:

Ephesians 2:4 But God is so rich in mercy, and He loved us so very much, that even while we were dead because of our sins, He gave us life when He raised Christ from the dead. (NLT)

Observation:

When we live as the world lives by taking God out of the equation, we are really obeying Satan, the mighty prince of the power of the air, for he is the spirit at work within the hearts of the misguided who refuse to obey God. The LORD God did not save us because He had to, my friends; He saved us because He is a gracious and loving God (Ephesians 2:8). He is the God of second chances. He is both a just and honorable God. But most of all He saved us for His glory (2 Corinthians 4:14-15).

Application:

What greater glory for the Creator than to transform His fallen and hurting people; people who were created in His likeness? What an incredible and glorious feat it will be when Jesus Christ, the All Mighty God of the universe restores His entire creation to its fullest glory! I find it quite humbling knowing that our LORD, Jesus Christ, creator of all there is, and the only one who has ever lived without sinning, died a sinner’s death so we would not have to. He did this knowing that we would never be able to keep from sinning no matter how hard we tried (Jeremiah 17:9). Everyone begins the day with their sinful natures and we all end that day living up to our sinful natures. Only with the covering of Christ can anyone be saved from the final wrath that we all deserve. My dear friends, when you truly realize the scope of what the LORD God did for you, you will humbly approach the foot of the cross and fall to your knees at the throne of His grace, praising Him for paving the road to heaven so that you could travel safely home with the peace of God and the joy of the LORD in your heart!

Prayer:

Dear LORD, help me discern the ways of world that are not from You. Help me rely on the true wisdom that comes from knowing You and Your Word. Empower me with the strength to overcome the sin that lies ready to seek and destroy. But most of all, help Your Church throughout the world stay focused solely on Your Word; the Truth which created the world.

Amen