THE WAY, THE TRUTH, THE LIFE

I am a good person.

I give to charity.

I do not fornicate. 

I do not cheat people.

I live right.

I do not tell lies.

I would never hurt anyone.

These are some of the things that we tell ourselves over and over again, trying to convince ourselves of our goodness. We justify our actions and think that they should be enough to win God’s favor. Since we do not participate in ungodly behavior, we believe that our salvation should be solidified. However, God says otherwise. The Word of God specifically states I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me (John 14:6). Jesus is the sacrificial lamb by which we receive salvation, not by our works or our limited ability to resist temptation.

Many of us claim that we believe in God, or a higher power; but is this enough? Absolutely not! You cannot pray to God, revere Him, and expect to hear Him, except through Jesus Christ. God loves us enough to want eternal life for us in His presence, but sin separates us from that relationship (see Romans 3:23). And thank the Lord that He gave His only Son that we may have eternal life (see John 3:16). 
Redemption and reconciliation is why Jesus conquered sin and death, so that we may be delivered into God’s loving presence. But we must go beyond believing this; we must act upon it by establishing a relationship and receiving Him as our Savior. It is wonderful, because God is waiting for us to draw nearer to Him, longing for us to invite Him in (see Revelation 3:20). And it starts with a prayer, asking and inviting Him into our hearts. If there is a struggle within, then try this prayer and wait for God to respond as only He can. 

Scripture: But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8

Prayer: Father God I call upon you acknowledging that I have fallen short of your glory and I am a sinner. I ask for forgiveness of my sins and that you would come into my heart as my Lord and Savior. Fill me with the Holy Spirit so that I can dwell in your presence and allow your will to be done in my life. I thank you for sacrificing your only Son so that I am saved from death. You are awesome God, and worthy of all the praise and glory due to you. And it is in the name of Jesus, that I pray. Amen!

Read Romans 7:4-6 for more insight on the death of our sinful nature.