Such Love

Such Love

“Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” – Luke 23:14

How Jesus, with a body wracked with pain, eyes blinded by his own blood, and lungs yearning for air, could speak on behalf of some heartless thugs is beyond my comprehension. Never, never have I seen such love.

If ever a person deserved a shot at revenge, Jesus did. But he didn’t take it. Instead he died for them. How could he do it? I don’t know. But I do know that all of a sudden my wounds seem very painless. My grudges and hard feelings are suddenly childish.

Show Mercy

Many people are reluctant to show mercy because they don’t understand the difference between trust and forgiveness. Forgiveness is letting go of the past. Trust has to do with future behavior.

Forgiveness must be immediate, whether or not a person asks for it. Trust must be rebuilt over time.

Rewards from Jesus

The day will come when Jesus will give the rewards, and He makes no mistakes, although some people may wonder how you came to merit such a reward, as they had never heard of you before.

Count Down to Glory

2 Timothy 4:6 

For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.

a.         The countdown to glory is final

b.         The countdown to glory is personal

c.         The countdown to glory is certain.