majestic, and full of splendor: breathtaking! Here is what I saw of
him in Galatians 3:22,
"The Scripture declares that the whole world is a prisoner of sin, so
that what was promised, being given through faith in Jesus Christ,
might be given to those who believe."
Paul points out to the Galatian believers that the only escape from
the prison of sin - which leads to certain eternal death in the lake
of fire - is faith. Faith brings what was promised to Abraham before
the law was ever given. This promise, given by God is a certainty that
comes through faith, not just to Abraham, but to all who believe. In
Romans 4:20-24, Paul tells us, "Yet he [Abraham] did not waver through
unbelief regarding the promise of God, but was strengthened in his
faith and gave glory to God, being fully persuaded that God had power
to do what he had promised. This is why 'it was credited to him as
righteousness.' The words 'it was credited to him' were written not
for him alone, but also for us, to whom God will credit
righteousness—for us who believe in him who raised Jesus our Lord from
the dead."
How wonderful is this promise that is available to all who will
believe! As Paul tells us in Romans 11:29, "God's gifts and his call
are irrevocable." God's promise to us of eternal life is certain. Just
as we who are here in this life were brought into existence, so also,
we will just as certainly share in God's promises to us in the
resurrection. God's promises are certain!
Anything of the Lord capture your heart from Scripture today? Share
your thoughts of worship with us from your Bible reading today. We'd
love to hear from you!
Trevor Fisk
trevor.fisk@gmail.com
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