I was
convinced thirty some years ago that I am responsible for my own actions—not my
husband—nor my parents or children, but just me. That was a real eye opening
revelation. I couldn’t blame anyone else—I was accountable for my own actions—good
or bad. It feels good to do something right—and to take credit for it. On the
flip side, it doesn’t feel so good to be responsible for some mistake or
failure—and know that it can’t be blamed on anyone. Jesus took on our blame—my blame—my
sins—and yours. God offers us sanctification—setting us apart
from others as we live a holy life for Him. My life is holy only because Jesus
provided that entire forgiveness. Where do you stand with Jesus? Are you ready
for His return?
Training Tip – Can you explain justification and sanctification to
your children? Sin came into the world through the disobedience of Adam and
Eve. That disobedience fell on all humans—and was removed only by Jesus
obedience and death on the cross. This is taught in Romans. So then as through one transgression there
resulted condemnation to all men, even so through one act of righteousness
there resulted justification of life to all men. For as through the one man's
disobedience the many were made sinners, even so through the obedience of the
One the many will be made righteous. Romans 5:18-19. Discuss this with your
family. Justification—just as if we’d never sinned. Sanctification—set apart—an
ongoing process resulting in holiness. That scripture passage in Romans is a
great explanation of Jesus’ obedience and an example of Him showing a depth of
responsibility that we can barely grasp. Jesus’ life was blameless—yet He took
our sins to the cross.
Lord Jesus, You are awesome. How can we thank you
enough for what You have done for us? You took our sins and we became blameless.
Preserve our body, soul and spirit completely as we look forward to Your
return.
All
scripture quoted from the New American Standard Bible (NASB) unless otherwise
noted.
© 2013 by Mickey
M. Hunacek. All rights reserved.
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