Pearls from the Cross 87

We are living a very busy life, with more commitments, worries, and burdens, some even with guilt. We are in very much of a need of refreshment. So where can we find it? Nowhere but at the feet of the cross. All the grace and mercy we need to carry us through our days are in the cross. How can we inherit such refreshing? Acts 3 verse 19 says, "Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord." Peter said the above verse when he addressed his fellow Israelites who crucified Christ. How good our God is! He is extending grace and mercy to everyone, even to the one who crucified him. Hey Friend, do you know Jesus? And are you living with a guilt that you hurt him with your sinful ways? There is a way for everyone in Jesus. No big sin can separate from God unless you let it do so. Take guard, my friend. Take control. Repentyour sins, commit your life to God.

As C.S. Lewis says, "Have a clear understanding that there is no option but to live a sinless life. This is like a compulsory question in an exam. If you try answering it, at least you will get some marks. But leaving it will make you end up in Zero. Make your choice wisely, my friend. Offer yourself to God to stay sinless. God will help you to keep your commitment to Him. No matter how slow or small your progress is, don't lose heart, and be assured that God is by your side, encouraging you to fight a good fight."

Dear God, we commit our lives into your merciful hands. Forgive our sins, dear Lord. May we shun our sinful ways and strive to keep our commitment unto you. May our mind understand that for us, the children of Christ, we have only one way to live. That is to live like the Son of God. Strengthen us, dear Lord. We love you. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.