‘But now the righteousness of God
without the law is manifested, being witnessed by the law and the prophets;
Even the righteousness of God which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and
upon all them that believe: for there is no difference’ – Romans 3:21-22
LIGHT FOR THE
NOW: Moral
life is good, but it’s not a guarantee for eternal life; Jesus is.
Many religions stipulate that their
adherents should be ‘good’ to fellow humans. All over the world, people of
diverse religious beliefs steadfastly provide for their families, care for
their neighbours and strictly abide by the laws of their nations. Some go extra
miles building philanthropic structures to care for the homeless and victims of
natural disasters. Some individuals have dedicated their life-savings, estates
and legacies for educational advancement of the poor. All these are fantastic
plans put in place to enhance destinies. Having such lofty foundations and
relief programmes are never bad. Others have made concerted efforts to refrain
from domestic violence. Some have guarded and defended children’s right. A good
number of fellows have brokered peace among warring nations. All these are
giant strides in caring for humanity. None of these moral deeds can make you
righteous!
No amount of good deeds performed by
man can earn him a righteous standing with God. The preceding verses of Romans
Chapter 3 make it clear that the precepts of the law are valid for people who
are under the law - and these are guilty before God. From today’s reference
text, God benevolently declares man righteous only if he believes in the Son of
God – Jesus Christ. You are justified by your faith in Jesus Christ. Romans5:1
says,‘therefore being justified by faith,
we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ’. Anyone who engages
in moral works and does not believe in Jesus Christ is not righteous. Moral
deeds alone cannot give you life. It is only your belief in Jesus Christ that
makes you havepeace with God.Belief in Christ does not only grant you peace
with God, it also guarantees an eternal life. ‘In him was life; and the life was the light of men’ (John 1:4). If
you want to live forever, you must believe in Jesus Christ. ‘For God so loved the world,that he gave his
only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have
everlasting life.’Do you want to be righteous? Then believe in Jesus. Do
you sincerely believe that Jesus Christ is the Son God? If yes, then you are an
eternal being in this temporary world.
INSTRUCTION:Have a strong belief that Jesus
Christ is your Redeemer.
PRAYER: I am the righteousness of God in
Christ Jesus! Amen!
QUOTE:It takes belief to live.
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