ALIVE
What a great time to be alive!
“But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved.” Ephesians 2:4-5
How many of us look around today and think the world is falling apart? Every news story on violence, the economy, race relations, and rising costs leaves us feeling depressed and hopeless. It’s an easy choice to get caught up in the day to day barrage of negativity.
However, if we are true sons, Yahweh has made a way for us to possess a timeless hope that does not require our surroundings or environment to be perfect. In fact, Yahweh’s sons are truly revealed when the storm comes. It’s the test or the resistance that reveals the heart. I don’t know about you, but my heart is full of hope and peace! It doesn’t matter what century we were born in. Yahweh has placed us where we are at the perfect time to rise up and be an example of calm and steadfastness in the middle of chaos.
As the above passage states, we are ALIVE with Christ by grace. Paul knew what it meant to be steadfast and an example to the churches he raised up. He knew by grace he was saved, and he was grateful to be alive during his time.
Be encouraged sons of Yahweh! You are set apart and favored for the exact time you are in! Be at peace and be an example to those around you. Love you all!