This picture answers the question: What was the value of Jesus dying on the cross? Without doubt, this singular act was the most important event in all of human history. It marked a new epoch in the existence of human beings; namely, one of hope.
Jesus, as God’s sacrifice for sin, showed the way for us to overcome sin – by faith. Jesus was not only the son-of-God, but also an example of what Adam should have been- a man of faith who trusts God the Father, completely.
Sunday morning, our Bible class was about Hebrews 11, that great chapter on those who were faithful and this picture reminds me of what we will study this next Lord’s Day. Hebrews, chapter 12 begins with…
Hebrews 12 ( World English Bible )
1 Therefore let us also, seeing we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,
2 looking to Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
Our existence on this planet is far more than mere living, it is an opportunity to show by our lives the value of obeying God. God the Father exalted Jesus for his faith and will ultimately bless us for ours.
Today, reflect on this simple picture of the cross and how it should impact your life. What you do with that understanding will eventually be exhibited before your fellow human beings. I pray that you will determine to follow Jesus’ example and show to the world exactly how much you love God. Will you?
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