NOT BECAUSE OF US BUT BECAUSE OF HIM
Be careful not to judge unbelievers as if you are better than they. Remember that God saved us not according to us, but according to Jesus. We have not earned salvation, nor are we able to work at keeping it. It is the mercy and grace of God which is revealed in Christ Jesus that both saves and keeps us. For we were once lost and dead in our sins too, but now we are washed clean and made alive spiritually because of Christ. So, stop judging others and stop judging yourself too. Rest in Christ’s finished work. Announce to everyone you meet this Good News of God’s grace and mercy that is found by faith in Christ alone.
PRAYER: Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for Your kindness and mercy that is revealed in Christ Jesus. For in Christ we have received new birth and new life through the Holy Spirit. We thank You that there is no condemnation for us that are in Christ Jesus. For You have counted us dead to sin and alive to righteousness in Christ Jesus. Strengthen us today to tell everyone this Good News. In Jesus’ name, amen.