Today’s Manna!
Scripture: Romans 5:1-2
In Romans 5:1-2, the Apostle Paul beautifully articulates the essence of our faith: “Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God.”
Paul begins by highlighting the foundational truth of our justification through faith in Jesus Christ. Justification means being declared righteous or acquitted of sin by God. It is not something we earn or achieve through our own efforts but is freely bestowed upon us through faith in Jesus Christ. This justification brings about a profound transformation in our relationship with God, granting us peace that surpasses understanding. No longer are we at enmity with God, but we are reconciled to Him, enjoying a restored and harmonious relationship.
Furthermore, Paul emphasizes the access we now have to God’s grace through faith in Jesus Christ. Grace, the unmerited favor of God, abounds towards us, enveloping us in His love and mercy. Through Christ, we are invited into this realm of grace, where forgiveness, redemption, and spiritual blessings overflow. It is a place of undeserved kindness and limitless provision, where we find strength and sustenance for our journey of faith.
As we stand in this grace, we are filled with hope—a hope that transcends the trials and tribulations of life. Our hope is anchored in the promise of God’s glory, the assurance that one day we will be fully transformed and glorified in His presence. This hope sustains us through every challenge and fuels our anticipation of the eternal glory that awaits us.
Dear Heavenly Father, Thank you for the immeasurable gift of justification through faith in Jesus Christ. We praise you for the peace that floods our souls and the access we have to your boundless grace. Help us to stand firm in this grace and to boast in the hope of your glory. Strengthen our faith and fill us with your peace as we journey with you each day. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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