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Here we love to share about Jesus and Calvary. Calvary is BIG. Calvary is where the most incredible expression of the lovingkindness of God took place; a magnificent demonstration of His grace.
At Calvary He gave us a NEW Covenant in His blood. It was NOT like the one we were so good at breaking, actually not even being able to keep. In the New Covenant Jesus Himself has become OUR Righteousness.
We on our part no longer have to perform, keep rules, regulations, observances – to be righteous, right with GOd. But we must do ONE THING: believe this incredible GOOD NEWS.
That is not necessarily easy, but it is possible for everyone, for each of us has been given a measure of faith. Consider that most unusual message by Jesus recorded in John chapter 6. There Jesus declares He is the Bread of Life. And we must partake of His Body and His Blood if we are to find eternal life. He goes on to say in verse 63 that His words are spirit and they are life.
He states His words are spirit, so what is He saying? I suggest to you that Jesus is calling us to depend upon Him for our every need, for our very survival. To depend upon ourselves for even a wee little thing is coming short of the grace shown us at Calvary.
Today, let us take the initiative to appropriate ALL the benefits of Jesus Christ’s sacrifice for us. His sacrifice includes EVERYTHING. If there is something in the kingdom we have been trying to earn through prayer, works, sacrifice, whatever; I suggest we check to see if it’s already been appropriated at Calvary.
Back in John, it says, “Those who heard Jesus speak, including many who had been following Him, had trouble with this notion. This is a hard teaching. Who can accept it? …many of His disciples turn back and no longer followed Him.” John 6:60, 66. Depending on Jesus for everything is not something that comes naturally. It’s super-natural!
So today dear friend, take the initiative – ask of the Lord – to open your eyes to see MORE in Calvary than before – then appropriate it through faith – and COME ALIVE!
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