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March 15 But now apart from the Law the righteousness of God has been manifested, being witnessed by the Law and the Prophets, even the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all those who believe; for there is no distinction; for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, being justified as a gift by His grace through the redemption which is in Christ Jesus. Romans 3:21-24. It is by faith in Jesus that we obtain the free gift of righteousness. We must never attempt to improve upon this, or ignore the awesome blessing that this gift bestows. It is the righteousness of God. Man’s self-righteousness has nothing to do with this, nor should it even be considered. Instead we have the gift of justification. God is looking at our record, not counting our sins against us, and treating us as if we had never sinned at all. We find it difficult, or even impossible, to fathom a grace that extends that far. In the providence of God He has made up His mind—even in eternity past—that man could never attain the sinless perfection that God requires. It is only by choosing life in Christ that we can obtain all that God wishes to give us. All sin has been paid—past, present, and future sins. Christ is our redeemer. He alone was the one who could pay the price with His own life. That event is ever before us as we walk each day with Him. There can be no room for our fleshly ways—only His way will meet the challenge. Our walk should be characterized by a humble adoration of all the Jesus is prepared to reveal. Thank You Father for the redemption that was provided by Your Son, Jesus. All things are in Him, and by Your grace I am in Him as well. By some miracle of Your love He is also in me. Amen. |
