Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance:

 Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—

of whom I am the worst.

I Timothy 1:15

Jesus left His throne in Heaven to come to this earth in human form for one purpose – to save sinners.  Paul humbly adds, “Of whom I am the worst.”  The great and powerful apostle Paul recognized his own sin and his own desperate need for a savior. This is the beginning step for each of us in coming to Christ.  If we do not recognize our sin, we do not recognize our need for a savior.  He came to save sinners, not perfect people.

The Bible reminds us that all have sinned and fallen short of God’s glory. We cannot enter Heaven and live with a holy God unless our sin problem is redeemed. This is the purpose of the cross. God sent a way for sinners to be saved from eternal punishment through His beloved Son, Jesus. The very name of Jesus – Yeshua – means “Jehovah is salvation.”

Father, this Good Friday, we praise you for sending Jesus to save us. We confess our sin and recognize our need for Him. Thank you, that He is the atoning sacrifice for the sins of all who place their faith in Him. Put us in the path today of someone who needs to know this good news, and give us the words to share it.

Questions to Ponder:

Why did Jesus need to die on the cross?

Why is today considered Good Friday?

Who needs to know the good news that we are forgiven through faith in Christ?

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